Class Teacher (KS2) with TLR for English Lead

Whittingham Primary Academy, London, E17 5QX

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  27 October 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  13 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Head of department or curriculum
  • Other leadership role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 37.5 hours per week, Monday- Friday
• Contract type: Fixed term - August 2026
• Pay scale: UL Pay Scale PT1-PT6 (£41,080-£51,480)
• Additional allowances:

  TLR for English Lead

What skills and experience we're looking for

Salary: UL Pay Scale PT1-PT6 (£41,080-£51,480), plus TLR for the English Lead role

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term until 31 August 2026

Closing Date: Friday 23 October 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 19 October 2026

Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to shortlist, interview and appoint suitable candidates before the closing date, therefore early applications are encouraged.

At Whittingham Primary Academy, we believe that exceptional teaching is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing pupils with the highest quality education while creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our staff.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to join our successful team and, for the right candidate, take on the additional responsibility of leading English across the school.

We are seeking an experienced and committed teacher who:

• Has a proven track record of delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
• Is dedicated to raising achievement and ensuring every child reaches their full potential.
• Creates a stimulating, inclusive and well-structured learning environment.
• Fosters positive relationships and a classroom culture where all pupils can thrive.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm, resilience and professionalism to the role.
• Can inspire and support colleagues through collaboration, coaching and the sharing of best practice.

What the school offers its staff

• A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community.
• A competitive salary above the national average.
• A personalised CPD pathway to support your professional growth and career progression.
• At least one personal day each year.
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across our local cluster and the wider United Learning network.
• An excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions.
• A Health Cash Plan for eligible United Learning staff, including access to healthcare benefits and a 24/7 online GP service.
• Cycle to Work, discounted gym membership and car lease schemes.
• Westfield Rewards, offering discounts from major retailers and supermarkets.
• Eye care vouchers and free flu vaccinations.
• Free on-site parking.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Whittingham Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

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 JD & PS -WHI.pdf - 104 KB (opens in new tab)

About Whittingham Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 352 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Whittingham Primary Academy website
• Email address: abimbola.alegbe@whittinghamprimaryacademy.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/whittingham-primary-academy

Whittingham Primary Academy is a mainstream school for girls and boys aged 3-11, situated in Walthamstow, in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. This two-form-entry primary school caters for around 420 pupils, with a maximum of 30 children per class.

Whittingham Primary Academy is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life changing education to children and young people across England.​

Arranging a visit to Whittingham Primary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email abimbola.alegbe@whittinghamprimaryacademy.org.uk.

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