Teacher of KS2

Prendergast Vale School; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prendergast Vale School in Lewisham is seeking an imaginative, well-qualified teacher to join our KS2 team from January 2027 on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027. The post is for teaching a KS2 class within our Primary Phase, with one position available and applications from ECTs welcome.

The school is part of the Leathersellers' Federation of Schools and offers strong training, CPD, and a supportive induction programme to help staff develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Imaginative, well-qualified teacher for KS2.
• ECTs welcome with strong training and support.

Responsibilities

• Teach a KS2 class as part of the Primary Phase Team.
• Contribute to a nurturing, creative school environment.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and CPD.

Job description

Teacher of KS2 at Prendergast Vale School

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• Job Reference: EDV/2026/PVS/76743
• Location: Elmira Street, Lewisham, London, Greater London, SE13 7BN
• Contract Type: Fixed Term
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: Inner London MPR / UPR
• Fixed Term End Date: Tue 31st Aug, 2027
• Closing Date: 9:00am, Mon 19th Oct, 2026
• Start Date: January 2027
• Positions Available: 1
• Suitable for ECTs
• Interview Date(s): Wednesday 21 October 2026

About this Role

We wish to appoint an imaginative, well-qualified teacher to join our Primary Phase Team from January 2027. This post is offered on a fixed term basis until 31 August 2027 to manage temporary operational needs.

The postholder will be responsible for teaching a KS2 class and have the determination to make a difference to the lives of all our children. You will be joining a team that enjoy working together to give each individual child the best possible experience of school life.

Applications from ECTs are welcome as the school has a strong ECT training and support programme.

Prendergast Vale School is an all-through school for 3 to 16 year olds in the heart of Lewisham and benefits from being part of the Leathersellers' Federation of Schools. Our primary phase is one form entry and our ambition is to provide the best possible primary education in a stimulating and creative environment. We encourage children to develop a passion for learning, inspired by high-quality teaching and close nurturing.

Our school motto is "We are forever learning" and you will be expected to commit to your own professional development. We are committed to providing excellent CPD for Middle Leaders and offer the accredited National Award for Middle Leaders (NPQML) to all Middle Leaders. We offer a comprehensive and supportive induction programme for all new members of staff. You will also have access to a rich and varied CPD programme within the school and across the Federation.

You will have the opportunity to work with a forward thinking staff and school leadership team who ensure that the academic and social development of every student is at the heart of what they do.

We are dedicated to creating a work environment that our colleagues can enjoy, our students can benefit from, and where work complements life. For this reason, we encourage everyone to discuss with us their flexible working requirements during the recruitment process so that we can find the best working solution for them and their role. Please note CVs are not accepted.

The Leathersellers' Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.