Class Teacher

Waldorf UK; Forres; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Salary: Currently under review

Position: This is a permanent full-time position 37.5 hours per week

Start-date: August 2025

INTRODUCTION

Drumduan School is looking for a skilled, enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced class teacher starting August 2025. The successful applicant will be responsible for the teaching and pastoral care of a class as it grows and develops. Experience of combined age groups preferable and knowledge of the pedagogical principles of Steiner Education and experience in Waldorf teaching desirable. We particularly welcome applications from candidates able to offer other subjects alongside class teaching.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

1. Approved Steiner Waldorf Teaching Qualification and equivalent relevant experience.
2. GTCS or Qualified Teacher Status.
3. A degree.
4. Demonstrable experience of delivering learning and/or teaching experience.
5. Experience of working with children aged 6 to 14 years.
6. Experience of working with and leading groups of children aged 6 to 14 years.
7. Experience of Waldorf/Steiner education.
8. Previous vocational/professional experience in a field other than class teaching.

Knowledge, Skills & Ability

1. Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
2. Good time management & planning skills.
3. Approachable & skilled in communicating with individuals at all levels.
4. Current IT skills.
5. Skills and expertise necessary to deliver a balanced curriculum at a pace suitable to the class age and developmental stage.
6. Ability to closely observe the children.
7. Ability to differentiate lessons in order to meet the needs of all pupils.
8. Organisational skills necessary to plan and teach effectively.
9. Knowledge of child development and the curriculum relevant to the age group to be taught.
10. Ability to relate to and inspire children.
11. Skills to present your subject artistically and creatively.
12. Ability to work with conviction & motivation in the development & growth of Drumduan School.
13. In-depth knowledge of Steiner Waldorf education and its curriculum.

Personal Characteristics

1. Willing & able to join the PVG scheme.
2. Understanding of all safeguarding policies and procedures.
3. Have or be willing to work towards gaining relevant Scottish qualifications.
4. Willing & able to join SSSC and-or GTCS to meet membership requirements.
5. Personable & approachable.
6. Solution focused & resilient.
7. Ability to communicate & listen effectively, & be open-minded.
8. Good time management & planning skills.
9. Ability to build rapport with children, parents, colleagues and the wider community.
10. Ability to work cooperatively as part of a small team in creating a healthy & harmonious working environment.
11. Ability to use initiative, be self-motivating and take responsibility.
12. Compassionate and empathetic.
13. Ability to work flexibly, with a positive attitude and ability to cope under pressure.
14. Willingness to develop self and skills.
15. Have a sense of humour.

CONTEXT

Drumduan is a modern and progressive Steiner School located in the beautiful North-East of Scotland overlooking Findhorn Bay and the Moray Firth, with an emphasis on experiential education, nature connection, and the creativity that flows from children being given the space to develop in a low technology school environment. The school currently has students from Kindergarten to Class 12 in the Upper School with teaching and non-teaching staff.

Our school operates with a collective decision-making structure, the college of staff, at its centre. The Coordination Group aims to coordinate the running of the school to best support its pedagogical purpose and with heed to its financial sustainability.

In addition, there are School Development Groups (SDG) that are formed to hold fundraising initiatives together with the Parents, Teachers and Friends Association (PTFA). The Operations Team works closely with the SDG.

ESSENTIAL APPLICATION INFORMATION

Drumduan School is committed to safeguarding children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Candidates must be suitable to work with children and will be expected to be registered with the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) Scheme, under Disclosure Scotland. Candidates must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Candidates from abroad will be asked to provide criminal records clearance from countries of residence, as well as evidence of eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.

If applying for a Teaching role, candidates must register with GTCS within 6 months of commencing employment and fulfil all membership requirements. Applicants must also complete first aid training, and complete sufficient Continuous Professional Development (CPD) yearly training in order to meet the requirements of your professional registration.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION PROVIDED UPON RECEIPT OF APPLICATION.

Drumduan School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.