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KS2 Class Teacher (ECT Suitable)

Hatfeild Primary School, Morden, Surrey, SM4 4SJ

20 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  12 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Full time position, Monday to Friday, in line with directed teaching hours and school expectations.
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year (with the view to becoming permanent)
• Full-time equivalent salary: Main Pay Scale – Inner London Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

At Hatfeild Primary School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to flourish. Situated in the heart of Lower Morden, Hatfeild is a vibrant, inclusive and nurturing school community where children are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally in a caring and ambitious environment. Our motto, “A place to grow: Flourish at Hatfeild”, underpins everything we do.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, reflective and committed KS2 teacher to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner who places children at the centre of their teaching and who believes in creating classrooms where all pupils feel valued, challenged and successful.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate high expectations for all learners;
• Create engaging and purposeful learning experiences;
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues;
• Embrace our core learning behaviours of respect, motivation, teamwork, perseverance and focus; and
• Be committed to ensuring every child achieves their full potential.

Hatfeild is proud to host an Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and inclusion is at the heart of our practice. Staff work collaboratively to ensure that children from the ARP are meaningfully included within mainstream classes and wider school life wherever appropriate. The successful candidate will therefore be expected to embrace inclusive teaching approaches, adapt learning effectively and work closely with support staff and specialist colleagues to ensure all pupils can thrive within the classroom community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent classroom practice and strong curriculum knowledge;
• Understands the importance of adaptive teaching and inclusive provision;
• Is committed to professional growth and collaborative working;
• Brings energy, creativity and warmth to the role; and
• Shares our belief that every child should feel safe, happy and successful at school.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive team;
• Enthusiastic and engaging children;
• A strong culture of collaboration and professional development;
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced SEND and ARP practitioners; and
• A school community that values wellbeing, inclusion and positive relationships.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. We would be delighted to show you what makes Hatfeild such a special place to work and learn.

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

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

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

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 PERSON SPECIFICATION (1).pdf - 324 KB (opens in new tab)

Job Description for an ECT class teacher.pdf - 338 KB (opens in new tab)

About Hatfeild Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 355 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Hatfeild Primary School website
• Email address: office@hatfeild.merton.sch.uk
• Phone number: 02083371332
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hatfeild-primary-school

Two form entry primary school with Nursery and ARP Provision.

Arranging a visit to Hatfeild Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@hatfeild.merton.sch.uk.

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