28 days remaining to apply

  • Closing date

    24 April 2026 at 10am

  • Date listed

    27 March 2026

Job details

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

£37,870.00 - £56,154.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS (Outer London); possible TLR

Primary Teachers job summary

Primary Teacher: KS1 and KS2 ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply -possible TLR also available.

Start date: September 2026

Thank you for your interest in working at George Mitchell School. I would like to take this opportunity to tell you about our unique school and to highlight the significance of this important appointment.

Why work at George Mitchell?

Are you committed making a difference to children's learning experiences? Do you want to work in a school that places well-being at its heart? If so, we are the school for you. We are looking for two teachers to join us from September 2026 who understand a holistic approach to teaching and is willing to teach in KS1 or 2. A TLR may also be available for interested candidates who wish to take on an additional level of responsibility.

Our approach includes a strong focus on developing oracy, and learning through play. As a highly inclusive school, we welcome applications from all faith backgrounds. We value and actively support professional development and a willingness to take part in staff training and INSET days is required. You will be joining a supportive team who work hard to ensure that all of the children in our school thrive.

We are a small school with 4 form entry at secondary and 2 form entry at primary. The size of each year group means that staff get to know individual students and their families really well and form excellent relationships. The school has a ‘community’ feel built on excellent relationships between stakeholders.

George Mitchell is within walking distance from Leyton underground and Leyton Midland stations, and also offers onsite parking. We also offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, and a range of benefits including Cycle2Work and free eye tests.

How to Apply

The best way to appreciate what we offer is to visit, meet our delightful children and see learning in action. We strongly encourage potential candidates to visit our lovely school where you will be warmly welcomed. To organise a visit, or for further information, please contact our HR Advisor and Officer, Helena Culliney, at helena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk.

Our Trustees and staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We look forward to receiving your application via My New Term by 9am on 24th April 2026.

Please note that we cannot accept applications via CV.

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

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About George Mitchell School

School type
Academy, ages 3 to 16
Education phase
All through school
School size
1004 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 16
Ofsted report
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School location

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