Year 3 Teacher

Philosophy Education; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Year 3 Teacher for a lovely primary school in Lambeth, London. The role involves teaching enthusiastic KS2 pupils from January 2026, covering maternity leave until at least July 2026. The school values inclusion and collaboration, providing a supportive environment for both students and teachers. Candidates should have a strong background in KS2 teaching and a passion for fostering student achievement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in KS2 teaching is essential.
• Must be a passionate, dynamic, and effective teacher.
• High expectations for children's achievement.

Responsibilities

• Create enjoyable and dynamic lessons.
• Support pupils' progress in a well-managed classroom.
• Work as part of a supportive team.

Skills

KS2 teaching experience

Passionate and dynamic teaching

High expectations of achievement

Commitment to inclusion

Team collaboration

Job description

Year 3 Teacher

Full‑time

MPS1 - MPS6

Start date: January 2026

Contract: ongoing to July 2026

Maternity coverA lovely,one form entryprimary school in Lambeth is looking for a qualified and experienced primary teacher to teach within year 3 from January.

The Role

The school are looking for an experienced teacher who has a good knowledge of KS2. The class are enthusiastic and keen independent learners and will thrive in a well‑managed classroom. You will be creating enjoyable and dynamic lessons to develop pupil's knowledge and understanding. Leadership in the school is strong and you will be supported to ensure all pupils are making progress.

This role is to cover a maternity absence starting in January and continuing at least until July, possibly longer. The school are keen to offer a handover/induction for two weeks before Christmas for the successful candidate.

We are looking for a year 3 class teacher who:

• Has previous KS2 teaching experience
• Is a passionate, dynamic, talented and highly effective teacher
• Has high expectations of children's achievement
• Is committed to inclusion
• Motivated to work as part of a supportive team

The School

This community driven, primary school and nursery for children aged 2‑11 is situated in the heart of Brixton and close to local transport links. You will join a team of dedicated and passionate staff who nurture and support every child ensuring they feel valued and are given the opportunities they need to reach their full potential. They have high expectations of behaviour and learning and believe that every child has the right to learn, and every teacher has the right to teach.

Through an exciting, inclusive curriculum and a wide range of curriculum enrichment opportunities, their aim is to cultivate not only academic excellence but also social excellence, equipping the children with the life skills they need to be respectful, determined and resilient citizens who care about the world and people around them.

If you are an experienced KS2 teacher looking for a long‑term teaching opportunity within a supportive, inclusive school, please send your CV ASAP.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.