About Us
The Richard Pate School is owned and operated by Pate’s Grammar School Foundation. It is a successful co-ed independent day school for 3-11 year olds in Cheltenham. We offer children a broad education in modern, purpose-built facilities. We are seeking exceptional candidates to fill a part-time Year 3 Class Teacher role from September 2025.
In summary the role is as follows:
- Part-time post (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday)
- 12 month contract
- Salary based on experience
- Start date: 1 September 2025
- Responsibility for a Y3 class
- Subject leader for one curriculum subject area in Key Stage 2
To be successful in this role you must be:
- Qualified with QTS and have experience of teaching a range of subjects to KS2.
- An outstanding classroom practitioner focused on raising standards and supporting the pastoral care and individual needs of every pupil.
- Enthusiastic about being part of a supportive team, prepared to immerse yourself fully into school life.
- Capable of communicating effectively with pupils, colleagues and parents.
- Respectful of the School’s aims and values.
In return, we offer you:
- Talented and dedicated colleagues with inspirational team spirit
- Children who are enthusiastic to learn, with outstanding behaviour
- A supportive and nurturing ethos which will help you fulfil your potential
- A strong commitment to on-going professional development and lifelong learning
To apply for this role:
Please download our Application Form below.
Completed applications should be posted to:
Bursar
The Richard Pate School
Southern Road
Cheltenham GL53 9RP
Or emailed to: bursar@richardpate.co.uk
Applications must be received by 12.00pm on Thursday 26 June 2025.
NB CVs will not be accepted in place of an application form, but may be submitted as additional supporting documentation.
Our ‘Recruitment, Selection & Disclosure Policy & Procedure, including Policy on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders’ and Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website: www.richardpate.co.uk
Interviews will be held on Thursday 3 July 2025.
Start Date: 1 September 2025
Pate’s Grammar School Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In accordance with the DfE’s Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates prior to interview, and online checks undertaken.
Pate’s Grammar School Foundation is an equal opportunities employer. Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process.
