Class Teacher

Lowther Primary School, London, SW13 9AE

18 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  2 September 2026

• Closing date

  22 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year fixed term
• Pay scale: M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

Full Time Teacher

Essential:

Qualified teacher status – primary

Excellent spoken and written communication skills.

Commitment to working in partnership with the school community to extend children’s learning.

The statutory requirements of legislation concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & safety, SEND, EAL and Safeguarding.

Desirable:

Proven ability to teach a diverse range of pupils within a class.

Proven ability to work collaboratively with other professionals.

A creative and innovative thinker.

Additional skills which would enrich children’s learning.

This role falls within the category of regulated activity, therefore you will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and a barred list check. Should you receive any cautions or convictions whilst in our employment these must be reported immediately to your line manager.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and work in accordance with our safeguarding policy and procedures.

The post holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom he/she is responsible, or with whom he/she comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s policies at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, he/she must report any concerns to the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead.

What the school offers its staff

Lowther is a vibrant primary school, where children grow and learn with confidence, supported by the Lowther School Family. Strong relationships based on respect and trust are at the heart of life in our diverse Lowther community. Our children make creative, inquisitive and happy learners, ready to explore, to challenge themselves and take risks. Children learn determination and resilience through shared experiences inside the classroom and adventures beyond it. We take pride in striving for accomplishment, in academic and creative achievements, performance and sport. Dedicated inclusive support and encouragement from adults and their peers enables all Lowther pupils to discover and develop their own strengths and interests. We are proud that Lowther leavers are confident, independent children, respectful of others and ready for the next stage of their education and the world of tomorrow.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Lowther Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Class teacher job advert June 2026.pdf - 107 KB (opens in new tab)

Job Description Teacher.pdf - 136 KB (opens in new tab)

About Lowther Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 246 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Lowther Primary School website
• Email address: b.richardson@lowther.richmond.sch.uk
• Phone number: 02087483984
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lowther-primary-school

Age 3 – 11 Mixed Community 2FE Primary School with Nursery
Current Roll: Pupils 325 and Nursery 52 places
Location: Barnes, Richmond-upon Thames (outer London weighting)
We are at the heart of our local community and have an awareness of the world that encourages respect for everyone’s needs, beliefs and cultures. In this way, Lowther Primary School works to develop happy, confident individuals, who are well motivated, with the skills and knowledge to make their unique contribution to the world.
 

Arranging a visit to Lowther Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email b.richardson@lowther.richmond.sch.uk.

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