Year 4 Primary Teacher

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £160-£290/day

Start 2 November 2026

Long-term placement through July 2027

Potential permanent role from Sept 202

Job summary

Academics in London is seeking a Year 4 Primary Teacher for a long-term supply role in Waltham Forest, starting 2 November 2026 and finishing July 2027.

The position offers daily pay between £160 and £290, with the potential for a permanent role from September 2027 and ongoing opportunities within the school. You will manage a Year 4 class, deliver engaging lessons, and contribute to the wider school community.

Qualifications

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification is required.
• Primary teaching experience is essential.
• Confidence teaching Year 4 is important.
• Strong classroom management skills are required.
• Good understanding of the National Curriculum.
• Adaptable and enthusiastic approach to teaching.
• Commitment to pupil progress is essential.
• ECTs welcome.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for a Year 4 class.
• Deliver engaging and well-paced lessons.
• Plan learning that challenges and supports pupils.
• Monitor progress and respond to individual needs.
• Promote excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and families.
• Work closely with colleagues and contribute to school life.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching

Year 4

Classroom management

National Curriculum knowledge

Adaptable

Education

QTS or recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Year 4 Primary Teacher Waltham Forest

Location: Waltham Forest, London
Contract: Long Term Supply
Start Date: 2nd November 2026
Contract: November 2026 - July 2027
Pay: £160 - £290 per day
Potential: Permanent position from September 2027
ECTs: Welcomed

Year 4 Primary Teacher - Waltham Forest

Could this be the role that takes you through the rest of the academic year and into a permanent position?

We're looking for a committed Year 4 Primary Teacher to join a school in Waltham Forest following the October half term, starting on 2nd November 2026.

This long-term opportunity will run through to July 2027, giving you the stability of a full academic year while allowing you to become fully immersed in your class and the wider school community.

For the right teacher, there is also a permanent opportunity from September 2027.

The Classroom

You'll be expected to:

• Take responsibility for a Year 4 class
• Deliver engaging and well-paced lessons
• Plan learning that challenges and supports pupils
• Monitor progress and respond to individual needs
• Promote excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning
• Build positive relationships with pupils and families
• Work closely with colleagues and contribute to school life

We're Looking For

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification
• Primary teaching experience
• Confidence teaching Year 4
• Strong classroom management
• Good understanding of the National Curriculum
• Adaptable and enthusiastic approach
• Commitment to pupil progress
• ECTs are welcome

What's Included?

• £160 - £290 per day
• Start 2nd November 2026
• Long-term position through to July 2027
• Potential permanent role from September 2027
• Consistent teaching opportunity
• Chance to establish yourself within one school
• Support from a dedicated education consultant

This Year 4 Primary Teacher position in Waltham Forest is ideal for someone looking for stability, classroom ownership and the possibility of continuing with the school beyond the initial placement.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.