Upper KS2 Class Teacher

CLARUS EDUCATION; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Upper Key Stage 2 teacher to join their vibrant school community. With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare, this role offers the chance to inspire young minds through a rich curriculum that values the arts and music. The successful candidate will collaborate with a dedicated team to maintain high educational standards and foster a supportive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students while working in a diverse and friendly setting. Join a team that celebrates differences and nurtures every child's potential!

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status awarded by the British Department of Education is essential.
• Experience in planning and delivering KS2 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily activities for the class.
• Ensure implementation of teaching principles and high standards.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children.

Skills

Planning and preparation of daily activities

Implementation of teaching principles in KS2

Curriculum delivery

Setting clear teaching objectives

Collaboration with staff

Promoting self-control and independence

Safeguarding welfare of children

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Upper KS2 Class Teacher

Salary: GBP £36,413 - £53,994 per annum MPS1-UPS3

Full Time, Permanent

September 2025

We're a high performing school with an enriched curriculum that enables all children to fulfil their potential. You'll be part of a high performing team of hard working, cheerful professionals.

We value the arts and music, we have a wide range of opportunities for children to explore their emerging talents and we are looking for a passionate Upper Key Stage 2 teacher to join our team in September.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Planning and preparation of daily activities in your class, in conjunction with assistant or other teaching staff.
• Take responsibility for ensuring the implementation of teaching principles in KS2.
• Deliver the curriculum relevant to the age and ability group/subject/s that you teach.
• Identify clear teaching objectives, specifying how they will be taught and assessed.
• Liaise with other teachers to ensure consistency and outstanding practices across the curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the staff team to maintain high standards of achievement, including with extra-curricular staff (P.E., Drama, French, Music).
• Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control, and independence of all learners.
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school, raising any concerns following school protocols/procedures.
• Any other tasks and responsibilities relevant to the post.

About our School:

Our Primary School is a five-form entry school located on two sites in the heart of Woolwich. We are a diverse and friendly community, who love to celebrate our differences as well as sharing joint interests. Our school population is made up of a number of different traditions and backgrounds and we hold regular community events in order to recognise and celebrate these varied cultures. We have an outstanding PE department and an excellent music programme ensuring that all children have the opportunity to sing and learn a musical instrument and participate in public performances. We provide a broad and balanced primary education which meets every child’s needs, interests and aspirations. We nurture each child's attainment, progress and enjoyment of learning in all subjects. We promote independence of thought and develop a sense of responsibility for the children's own achievements, behaviour, and well-being.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Please note that as a school, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time. All applicants must have a Qualified Teacher Status awarded by the British Department of Education.

To apply for this opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.