Class Teacher EYFS/KS1/KS2
Gatton (VA) Primary School, London, SW17 0DS7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Start date: September 2025
Closing date
12 June 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
2 June 2025
Job details
Job role
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
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-presented Class Teacher to join the team. Please see the job description for further details.
We
are looking to appoint a class teacher due to the high demand on school places,
the school grew from two-form to a three-form entry school.
What the school offers its staff
Gatton Primary School started with one class in Balham mosque over 25 years ago. In 2004, the school moved from being an independent school to a government funded voluntary aided school. In 2006 the school became the first purpose built Muslim faith-based VA school and moved to its current location on Broadwater Road.
Currently we have 630 children on roll. We provide children with the full National Curriculum as well as the additional provision of Islamic studies from specialist teachers via the Al-Risalah Education Trust. The school received an OFSTED ‘Outstanding’ in 2024.
A great opportunity to join the staff of our successful school.
We Offer:
- Being part of a professional, dedicated and friendly team.
- Generous PPA time.
- A supportive wider school community.
- Fantastic, enthusiastic and eager children who are ready and willing to learn.
- Excellent CPD opportunities.
Further details about the role
Purpose of Role:
- A warm and welcoming manner.
- A Solution focussed approach.
- Honest and trustworthy with professional integrity.
- A team player who is able to support staff whilst being a positive role model.
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
- The ability to develop links with parents, school governors, agencies, the local authority and the local community.
- A commitment to upholding the ethos and vision of our school.
- A proven track record in putting the wellbeing of pupils at the heart of all they do.
- Previous experience of working within a Primary School.
- Relevant qualifications and training.
- The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
If you feel you have the experience and skills to apply for this role, we highly recommend that you contact the school office and make an appointment to visit the school. We would love to show you around.
Please contact Uzma Mussa – by email umussa@gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk or Telephone: 020 8682 5570
An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/.
Alternatively, an information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded from www.gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk/vacancies
For further information please contact Ms Uzma Mussa on 020 8682 5570 or by email recruitment@gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk
Completed application should be returned to the school either by email recruitment@gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk or post.
Closing Date: 12th June 2025
(Midnight)
Interviews : WB – 16th June 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, expecting all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to a DBS check.
CVs are not accepted.
Gatton
Primary School
(Voluntary-Aided Muslim Faith School)
13e Broadwater Road, Tooting, London, SW17 0DS
Tel: 020 8682 5570
Head Teacher: Mr Majid Ishaque
Commitment to safeguarding
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, expecting all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to a DBS check.
CVs are not accepted.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Gatton (VA) Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Muslim, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 624 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Gatton (VA) Primary School website
- Email address
- recruitment@gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk
Gatton is a large VA Muslim primary school in South London with excellent transport links.
The school is currently undergoing expansion to 3 forms of entry. We are housed in modern accommodation with excellent facilities including a large gym and a swimming pool. Our pupils are motivated learners who are well supported by our hardworking, friendly staff. You are sure to receive a warm welcome!
Arranging a visit to Gatton (VA) Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@gatton.wandsworth.sch.uk.
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