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Primary Teacher

School 21, Stratford, E15 4RZ

This job expired on 14 May 2026 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  14 May 2026 at 4:23pm

• Date listed

  8 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: 40,317.00 - 52,300.00

Primary Teacher job summary

Primary Teacher

 

Apply by: 14th May 2026

Job start: September 2026

Salary: Inner London (competitive based on skills and experience)

Location: Stratford, London - Newham

Contract type: Permanent, subject to an enhanced DBS check

This position is open to ECTs

 

 

Early application is encouraged, as we are hoping to interview and appoint as soon as possible. School 21 reserves the right to close applications early and make an appointment at any stage.

 

School 21 is a community where every child is known, seen and heard. Through an education of the Head, Heart and Hand, our students thrive academically and develop the strong character needed to become change-makers in their world and find their voice. 

 

We are looking for a primary teacher with both early years and primary experience, who is passionate about education and is able to foster excellent knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of learning in the students that they teach. Furthermore, we wish to appoint someone who is committed to developing strong relationships with students and to supporting them to find their voice. Oracy and play are a key part of what we do at School 21, and we would want a successful candidate to be interested in developing their practice within these. Moreover, we would be looking for someone who relishes curriculum development and goes above and beyond to make unique learning experiences for our students. School 21 is an all-through school and your role will teach in the primary part of the school.

 

School 21 is committed to being more than just a school. It is built upon a Head, Heart, Hand approach to education and is on the start of a new journey to promote this as the best possible solution to our education sector. By joining the team, you could be part of something truly special.

    

The successful candidate will be:

•         A skilled teacher of Maths and English (including speaking, listening, phonics, reading and writing)

•         Experience of teaching KS1 to KS2 is desirable

•         Experience of having a successful impact on student progress

•         Experience in planning and delivering curriculum

•         A collaborative planner, and able to work effectively as part of a team

•         Interested in the growth of every child and a belief in an education of the Head, Heart and Hand

Personal Specification:

●      Team Player

●      Hardworking

●      Effective communication

●      Highly organised

●      Clear attention to detail

●      Present, punctual and consistent attendance

●      Willingess to contribute to the whole school ethos and events

 

WE OFFER:

•       Effective and regular CPD with opportunities to develop your interests within your subject area

•       Collaborative working across the 4 to 18 school

•       A strong feedback culture so that teachers can develop in areas of their practice that are important to them

•       A strong focus on developing oracy as a key pedagogical approach

•       A commitment to every student ‘finding their voice’ and being a key part of this vision

 

For more information please see the candidate information pack, or visit www.school21.org.uk or e-mail Lottie Chettle (Deputy Head) at lchettle@school21.org.uk

To apply: Please visit the careers pages at www.school21.org.uk and complete an online application form or alternatively click here.

School 21 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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.

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About School 21

• School type: Free Schools, None, ages 4 to 18
• Education phase: All through school
• School size: 1098 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: School 21 website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/school-21

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