Class Teacher
Aragon Primary School, Morden, Surrey, SM4 4QU17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
26 March 2026 at 9am
Date listed
9 March 2026
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
Full-time equivalent salary
- £40,317 - £52,300
Pay scale
- M1 to M6 (Inner London)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an enthusiastic, reflective and ambitious teacher looking to make a meaningful difference in a thriving school community?
Aragon is a warm, inclusive and ambitious school where children are at the heart of everything we do. This is a rare opportunity to join a forward‑thinking, supportive and high‑achieving school where staff feel valued, children flourish, and professional growth is genuinely prioritised.
We are seeking a teacher who:
- Has high expectations for all pupils and a strong commitment to securing excellent outcomes.
- Creates a warm, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
- Is reflective, proactive and keen to contribute to our forward‑thinking culture.
- Has secure subject knowledge across the primary curriculum, including a clear understanding of progression.
- Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
- Demonstrates excellent communication, organisation and classroom management skills.
- Values teamwork and enjoys working within a highly supportive staff community.
Whether you are an ECT or an experienced teacher, we welcome applications from those eager to grow professionally and make a lasting impact.
If you are excited by the opportunity to join our team, we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged – come and see for yourself what makes Aragon such a vibrant, rewarding and inspiring place to teach.
What the school offers its staff
We believe that a school’s success is built on the strength of its people. That’s why we are committed to supporting the well-being of our staff, recognising that work-life balance is essential to a thriving, productive team. We offer a variety of initiatives to help reduce workload, such as shared planning across our trust and policies that help to reduce unnecessary admin tasks for staff.
In addition to a positive and supportive work environment, we offer a range of benefits, including Benenden Healthcare, the Cycle to Work Scheme, and the Legacy Childcare Voucher Scheme. We also understand the importance of personal events and extend flexibility to our staff when needed.
What We Offer:
- A positive, caring school ethos that truly feels like a community, with a focus on collaboration and mutual support.
- A strong commitment to staff well-being, ensuring a healthy work-life balance and the necessary support for success.
- High-quality mentoring and guidance for Early Career Teachers, setting you up for a fulfilling and successful teaching career.
- Tailored professional development opportunities, allowing you to grow and advance within your career.
- A collaborative, team-oriented environment where all contributions are valued and shared learning experiences are central to our approach.
- Close professional links with Glenthorne High School and Abbey Primary School through the Willow Learning Trust, opening doors for further professional growth.
Flexible working opportunities
At Aragon Primary School, we understand the importance of supporting staff to achieve a healthy work–life balance. We are committed to offering flexible working arrangements wherever possible, ensuring our team can thrive both professionally and personally.
We currently offer:
- Option to take PPA time from home for non‑ECT teachers – enabling teachers to plan, prepare and assess in an environment that best suits their working style.
- Consideration of personal and family days – we recognise that unexpected events and important family moments arise, and we aim to be understanding and flexible where possible.
Our aim is to create a professional environment where staff feel trusted, respected and supported to do their best work.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Safeguarding Statement:
The Willow Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to protecting our pupils and staff and therefore have a rigorous recruitment process which includes assessing candidates’ suitability to work with children, we expect all staff to share this commitment. Note the Trust will complete an online check on shortlisted candidates, as recommended in KCSIE and expect the successful candidate to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Aragon Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 623 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Aragon Primary School website
- Email address
- aragon@aragon.merton.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 020 8337 0505
Aragon Primary School is a thriving and inclusive school in the London Borough of Merton, educating pupils from Nursery to Year 6. As part of the Willow Learning Trust, the school benefits from strong collaboration across the trust while maintaining a clear identity at the heart of its local community. Aragon has been recognised for its high standards, strong relationships and a culture where pupils are encouraged to be ambitious, curious and proud of their learning.
Aragon is a thriving and inclusive school where children are at the heart of every decision we make. Our pupils are happy, confident and proud of their school. Strong relationships between staff and pupils create a calm, purposeful environment where children feel safe, supported and ready to learn. We hold high expectations for all, and our pupils respond with excellent behaviour, kindness and a strong sense of responsibility.
We are proud that our pupils achieve highly, with outcomes consistently above national averages. Our recent Ofsted inspection recognised the strength of our curriculum, the exemplary behaviour of our pupils and the culture of care and high expectations that defines Aragon. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented educator who shares our ambition for children and is ready to work within a forward thinking and research informed school community.
Arranging a visit to Aragon Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email aragon@aragon.merton.sch.uk.
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