Class Teacher

Furzedown Primary School, London, SW17 9TJ

31 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Required September 2026

• Closing date

  19 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  13 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate, dedicated teacher who believes in making a genuine difference to children’s lives? Do you have the ambition and drive to help shape the life chances and life choices of every child in your care? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspiring Class Teacher to work in EYFS, KS1 or KS2, depending on experience and the strengths of the successful candidate. We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers who bring enthusiasm, creativity and a strong commitment to inclusive, high-quality teaching.

The successful candidate will:

• Set ambitious expectations to inspire and challenge all learners.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Take ownership of pupil progress, using assessment to inform teaching and drive outcomes.
• Promote a positive learning environment with high standards of behaviour.
• Communicate effectively with families, building strong relationships around pupil achievement and well-being.
• Contribute to the wider life, values and development of our school community.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A dynamic, inclusive and forward-facing school community committed to equity and excellence.
• Outstanding opportunities for career progression and high-quality professional development.
• A nurturing and vibrant environment where creative teaching is encouraged.
• Engaged, curious and enthusiastic learners who are proud of their school.
• A strong partnership with parents and governors who actively support our ethos and vision.

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

We highly encourage prospective applicants to visit our school or arrange an initial conversation with our Headteacher, Dionne Morris. Contact us at 0208 672 3480 or email admin@furzedown.wandsworth.sch.uk to arrange a visit. Learn more about us at www.furzedown.wandsworth.sch.uk.

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Completed applications are to be returned to recruitment@furzedown.wandsworth.sch.uk

Interviews: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.We reserve the right to close the position once a suitable applicant is appointed.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted

Application Closing Date: Thursday 19th March 2026

Furzedown is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS clearance.

Furzedown Primary School
Beclands Road
Tooting, London
SW17 9TJ
Telephone: 020 8672 3480
Headteacher: Mrs. D. Morris

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please note that we do not accept CVs

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.

Job Description and Person Specification.docx - 132 KB (opens in new tab)

About Furzedown Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 344 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Furzedown Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@furzedown.wandsworth.sch.uk
• Phone number: 020 8672 3480
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/furzedown-primary-school

Furzedown Primary School and Nursery is situated in Tooting, South West London in the borough of Wandsworth. We are a two form entry primary school catering for a diverse group of children from a varied and rich background.

We provide a safe secure setting that aims to educate the whole child.

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