Experienced KS2 Class Teacher (full time) - Hotham Primary School

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being focus

Generous PPA time

Professional development opportunities

Affordable school meals

Job summary

Hotham Primary School in Putney invites applications to join our dynamic KS2 team on a fixed-term full-time contract from January 2027 to August 2027. We are an outstanding school with a strong commitment to pupil achievement, wellbeing and professional collaboration.

The successful candidate will share our passion for high-quality teaching, contribute to our unique curriculum and engage actively with parents, the PTA and a forward-thinking staff.

Qualifications

• A passion for teaching and learning.
• Strong cross curriculum knowledge.
• Desire to raise achievement for all pupils.
• Resourcefulness and the ability to drive and embrace change.
• A commitment to our school vision and shared values.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Cross-curriculum knowledge

Drive for change

Commitment to school vision

Resourcefulness

Job description

Fixed-Term (until August 2027)Required from January 2027Hotham is a dynamic two form entry primary school in the heart of Putney, providing limitless opportunities for every child to aspire and succeed. We were graded ‘outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted in February 2025.We are looking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic practitioner to join our hard-working team.We are looking for qualified teachers who can evidence:

• A passion for teaching and learning
• Strong cross curriculum knowledge
• A desire to raise achievement for all pupils
• Resourcefulness and the ability to drive and embrace change
• A commitment to our school vision and shared values.

As a school, we can offer you:

• A commitment to wellbeing
• we have a well-being committee and regularly arrange social events
• Generous PPA time and technology that works
• A unique curriculum which aims to reduce teacher workload
• Opportunities to share your passion, both through our curriculum and a large range of clubs
• An open-minded and forward-thinking ethos
• Supportive parents and an amazing PTA
• Dedicated colleagues and a culture of mutual support
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Free tea, coffee, milk and sugar provided in our spacious staffroom
• Delicious food cooked by our chef at affordable prices
• A large, diverse and well-equipped school site.

This role is only suited to experienced KS2 teachers. We are recruiting for a full-time post on a fixed-term basis from January 2027 to August 2027.

Closing date: Sunday 18th October 2026 (Midnight)Interviews: W/B 19th October 2026

We 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. This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references CVs are not accepted.

Hotham Primary SchoolCharlwood Road,LondonSW15 1PNTel: 020 8788 6468Email:[e-mail]:www.hothamprimaryschool.org.ukHeadteacher: Richard Byrne-Smith