KS 2 Form Tutor

Job Description

Job Title: Key Stage 2 Teacher and Form Tutor
Department: Primary – Key Stage 2
Line Manager: Head of Lower School / Head of Primary
Location: Changzhou, Jiangsu, China
Start time: January 2027

1. Main Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the English National Curriculum for Years 3–6.
Teach core subjects, including English, mathematics and science, as well as other subjects as required.
Adapt lessons to meet the needs and abilities of all pupils.
Create a safe, positive and well-organised classroom.
Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence, creativity and a love of learning.
Manage classroom behaviour consistently and fairly.
Assess pupils' work, monitor progress and provide regular feedback.
Keep accurate records and prepare pupil reports.
Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues.
Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

2. Form Tutor Responsibilities

Support the wellbeing and personal development of pupils in the tutor group.
Monitor attendance, behaviour and progress.
Build positive relationships with pupils and parents.
Promote good behaviour, respect, responsibility and school values.
Identify concerns and work with colleagues to support pupils.

3. Professional Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and improve teaching.
Attend staff meetings, training sessions and parent consultations.
Participate in school events, educational visits and extracurricular activities.
Contribute to curriculum development and share good practice.
Keep up to date with developments in teaching and learning.
Follow school policies, including safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour management.
Undertake boarding duties where required.
Carry out other reasonable duties as directed by the line manager.

4. Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Relevant degree or teaching qualification.
Experience teaching primary-aged pupils, preferably at KS2 level.
Knowledge of the English National Curriculum.

Skills and Abilities

Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
Ability to plan engaging lessons and adapt teaching to different abilities.
Good assessment and communication skills.
Ability to motivate pupils from different cultural backgrounds.
Confidence using technology to support learning.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Personal Qualities

Caring, enthusiastic and committed to pupil progress.
High expectations of behaviour and achievement.
Flexible, resilient and well organised.
Reflective and willing to develop professionally.
Positive and supportive when working with pupils, parents and colleagues.
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

5. Safeguarding

The postholder must follow all school safeguarding and child-protection policies and help ensure that every pupil is safe, supported and able to learn.

This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role. Additional reasonable duties may be required by the line manager.