KS2 Teacher

Teach Now; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,317 - 62,496; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Full-time role

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Teach Now is recruiting a KS2 Teacher for a permanent, full-time role in a successful primary school in Merton, starting September 2026. The post offers a stable career path, strong staff support, and opportunities for professional development within a well‑structured culture.

The successful candidate will lead a KS2 class, deliver engaging lessons, and work with colleagues to raise attainment while upholding safeguarding and inclusion values. Inner London pay scale applies (M1–UPS3).

Qualifications

• QTS is required and essential for the role.
• Experience teaching KS2 or strong recent primary teaching experience.
• Solid knowledge of the KS2 curriculum and assessment expectations.
• Strong classroom management and high expectations for all pupils.
• Ability to plan inclusive, engaging and well-sequenced lessons.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil progress.
• DBS via Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging KS2 lessons across core and foundation subjects.
• Support pupil progress in reading, writing, maths and wider curriculum areas.
• Use assessment information to plan targeted support and challenge.
• Establish clear routines and a positive classroom culture.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, phase leaders and senior leaders.
• Promote confidence, resilience and independent learning.
• Build constructive relationships with parents and carers.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Assessment for learning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Enhanced DBS (Update Service) or willingness to apply

Job description

KS2 Teacher – Merton, London

Salary: £37,870 - £56,154 per year (M1 – UPS3 Inner London). Start Date: 1 September 2026. Full-time, permanent contract.

Teach Now is looking for a motivated and capable KS2 Teacher to join a successful primary school in Merton from September 2026. This full‑time, permanent role is ideal for a teacher who can bring energy, structure and ambition to the classroom while supporting pupils to become confident, independent learners. The school offers a supportive and purposeful working environment where staff are encouraged to share ideas, develop professionally and contribute to a positive school culture. Pupils are enthusiastic, leaders are approachable and the school places a strong focus on inclusion, progress and high-quality teaching.

Role

As a KS2 Teacher, you will lead a Key Stage 2 class and deliver engaging lessons across the curriculum. You will use strong subject knowledge, effective assessment and creative planning to support pupils’ academic development and prepare them for the next stage of their education.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging KS2 lessons across core and foundation subjects.
• Support pupil progress in reading, writing, maths and wider curriculum areas.
• Use assessment information to plan targeted support and challenge.
• Establish clear routines and a positive classroom culture.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, phase leaders and senior leaders.
• Promote confidence, resilience and independent learning.
• Build constructive relationships with parents and carers.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in KS2 or strong recent primary teaching experience.
• Secure knowledge of the KS2 curriculum and assessment expectations.
• Strong classroom management and high expectations for all pupils.
• Ability to plan inclusive, engaging and well‑sequenced lessons.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil progress.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Benefits

• Permanent, full‑time position from September 2026.
• Inner London salary of £40,317 – £62,496, M1 – UPS3.
• Supportive school leadership and experienced phase team.
• Positive Merton primary school with a welcoming staff culture.
• Professional development opportunities and scope for career progression.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in a well‑supported classroom.

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.