Class Teacher (KS1 or KS2), LB WANDSWORTH SCHOOLS

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Class Teacher for a vibrant primary school in London. This role offers the opportunity to inspire and motivate students while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. The successful candidate will be passionate about education and committed to fostering a love for learning among children. With a focus on collaboration and professional development, this position promises to be both rewarding and impactful. If you are an enthusiastic educator looking to make a difference, we invite you to join this welcoming community and contribute to the growth and success of young learners.

Benefits

Collaborative planning time

High-quality CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Supportive colleagues

Outdoor spaces including gardens

Qualifications

• Passionate and effective classroom practitioner with experience in phonics.
• Ability to engage and motivate children and their families.

Responsibilities

• Create a stimulating learning environment that fosters curiosity.
• Plan and deliver lessons that meet diverse needs of all children.

Skills

Teaching Phonics

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Inclusive Education

Collaboration with Parents

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

Class Teacher (KS1 or KS2), LB WANDSWORTH SCHOOLS

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Required From September 2025

We are a successful Catholic Federation of two primary schools: Sacred Heart RC Primary School (Battersea) and St Mary’s RC Primary School (Battersea). Sacred Heart is a thriving, inclusive, two-form entry school with an ASC (Autistic Spectrum Condition) Base, located just a short walk from Clapham Junction train station. A practising Catholic is preferred; however, applications from candidates who are supportive of our Catholic ethos are warmly welcomed.

Full time – Permanent

Required From September 2025

We are a successful Catholic Federation of two primary schools: Sacred Heart RC Primary School (Battersea) and St Mary’s RC Primary School (Battersea). Sacred Heart is a thriving, inclusive, two-form entry school with an ASC (Autistic Spectrum Condition) Base, located just a short walk from Clapham Junction train station. A practising Catholic is preferred; however, applications from candidates who are supportive of our Catholic ethos are warmly welcomed.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, outstanding teacher to join Sacred Heart School. The successful candidate will motivate, challenge, support and inspire our students and also have relevant experience in teaching phonics.

Applications from ECTs are welcome, as are applications from experienced staff.

Our Recent Recognitions:

Ofsted, June 2023:

"If pupils have a talent, they will find it here."

Catholic School Inspectorate, January 2025:

"Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a very special community; they are welcoming and supportive to all and serve the Lord with joy."

The successful applicant will:

• Be a passionate and effective classroom practitioner; Have the ability to engage, enthuse, and motivate children and their families; Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the national curriculum and assessment strategies Create a stimulating and engaging learning environment that fosters curiosity and creativity Be skilled in planning and delivering lessons that meets the diverse needs of all children, ensuring that learning is both enjoyable and challenging; Be able to provide personalised learning for children with additional needs Be an inclusive practitioner Have experience of teaching phonics successfully (preferably Little Wandle) Be a reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous professional development and improvement; Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to support children's learning and development. Be a collaborative, committed team player with a sense of humour, creativity, and energy. Have the ability to build strong relationships with parents and across the Federation. Contribute to the wider life of the school, including extracurricular activities and school events.
  
  
  

Our Commitment to Staff:

• Collaborative PPA time with your parallel teacher for joint planning and reflection. Leadership release time (where applicable) ECT mentor and tutor with high quality support Termly PPA from home High-quality, personalised CPD opportunities. Strong cross-Federation collaboration for staff and pupils. Calm, productive classrooms with excellent learning behaviours. Supportive colleagues Specialist teachers in music, PE, and computing. Outdoor spaces including gardens and an astro-turf pitch. Staff Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  
  
  

If you are a passionate, dynamic teacher with a passion to teach in a vibrant inner city primary school and make a real difference in children's lives, we would love to hear from you.

Join our welcoming, joyful, and ambitious Sacred Heart community — where talent is nurtured and celebrated!

Visits are warmly welcomed. We look forward to hearing from you and would encourage you to contact Mrs Byrne at Sacred Heart via the school office.



To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the ‘visit website’ button at the top of this page.

Completed application should be returned to the school either by email: [e-mail] or by post.

Closing date: 14 May 2025 (at noon)

Shortlisting: 14 May 2025

Interviews: 19 and 20 May 2025

The Federation of Sacred Heart and St Mary’s RC Primary Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

CVs are not accepted.

The Federation of Sacred Heart & St Mary’s Catholic Primary Schools, Battersea

Sacred Heart RC Primary School

Este Road

London, SW211 2TD

Tel no: 020 7223 5611

Email: [e-mail] Headteacher: Mr J. Brading

Associate Headteacher: Mrs N Byrne

St Mary’s RC Primary School

7 St Joseph’s Street

London, SW8 4EN

Tel no: 020 7622 5460

Email: [e-mail]

Executive Headteacher: Mr J. Brading

Associate Headteacher: Mrs C Mitchell

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