KS2 Class Teacher

More than one location, Wandsworth local authority

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Required January 2026

• Closing date

  11 December 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  21 November 2025

Important

This teaching role is at more than one school in the local authority. You can find out more in schools overview.

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
• Contract type: Fixed term - Fixed Term
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

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

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 KS2 Class Teacher to join our vibrant school community. We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers who bring enthusiasm, creativity, and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality teaching. There may be an opportunity for a contract extension/permanent for the right candidate.

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.

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 https://www.furzedownschool.co.uk

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.

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/

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

Application Closing Date: 11 December 2025(at noon)

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

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About the schools

• Email address: admin@furzedown.wandsworth.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wandsworth-local-authority

School Details

Beatrix Potter Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 348 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Beatrix Potter Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/beatrix-potter-primary-school

Furzedown Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 344 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Furzedown Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/furzedown-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Wandsworth local authority

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@furzedown.wandsworth.sch.uk.

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