Job Description

Full-time

Church of England Primary School

Putney

Start date: January 2026

Long-term contract until July 2026

We have a full-time opportunity for an experienced Year 2 primary teacher to work at a lovely primary school in Putney from January to the end of the academic year.

The Role

This position is for a full-time Year 2 class teacher, starting in January, taking over an engaged and settled class. Pupils are enthusiastic and working across a range of abilities, with clear differentiation already embedded in planning to ensure all children access the curriculum and make strong progress. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching across all subjects, assessing learning, and maintaining a positive, structured classroom environment.


You will work alongside experienced teachers in the key stage, as well as supportive teaching assistants, with regular opportunities for shared planning and collaboration.

The school are looking for a teacher who

has the ability to demonstrate consistently good or outstanding teaching; has good knowledge and experience teaching the KS1 curriculum and phonics has experience supporting pupils with SEND is committed to ensuring all children succeed; is organised and hardworking; is creative, flexible and committed.

The School

This one-form-entry Church of England primary school is based in the heart of Putney and offers a welcoming, community-focused environment with a strong Christian ethos and a commitment to helping every child flourish. With a reputation for excellent pastoral care, engaged learners, supportive leadership and a broad, enriching curriculum, it provides a nurturing place to teach and grow, where staff feel valued and pupils are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally.

To apply for this role you must

hold QTS have experience teaching in KS1

If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV ASAP.



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