PRIMARY TEACHER – WALTHAMSTOW, EAST LONDON

Location: Walthamstow East London
Job Title: Primary School Teacher (KS1 or KS2)
Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent / Long-Term
Salary: MPS1MPS6 (Inner London) depending on experience
Start Date: September start or Immediate

About the Role

A welcoming and innovative primary school in Walthamstow East London is seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher to join its professional teaching team. This is a full-time permanent position suitable for both experienced teachers and newly qualified teachers (ECTs) who are eager to work in a diverse dynamic school community.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a class in either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 planning delivering and assessing high-quality lessons that engage and inspire pupils. The school promotes creativity critical thinking and personal growth alongside academic achievement creating an environment where teachers can thrive professionally while making a meaningful difference in pupils lives.

This role is ideal for teachers who are committed to inclusive education collaboration and professional growth and who want to contribute to a school culture that prioritises both pupil outcomes and staff wellbeing.

About the School

Located in the heart of Walthamstow this primary school serves a diverse and vibrant community. The school ethos focuses on inclusion respect and high expectations ensuring that every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential.

The school features modern well-equipped classrooms intervention areas outdoor learning spaces and facilities for creative arts and sports. Leadership is supportive and approachable offering mentoring coaching and professional development opportunities to all teaching staff. Teachers are encouraged to collaborate innovate and take an active role in shaping the curriculum.

The school prioritises high-quality teaching and learning using data-driven assessment to monitor progress identify gaps and provide targeted interventions. Behaviour policies are consistently applied creating a calm and purposeful environment where pupils feel safe respected and motivated to learn.

Key Responsibilities

As a Primary Teacher in Walthamstow your responsibilities will include:

• Planning preparing and delivering engaging and challenging lessons across the curriculum in line with the National Curriculum

• Creating a safe inclusive and stimulating classroom environment that supports the academic social and emotional development of all pupils

• Differentiating teaching to meet the needs of learners of varying abilities including SEN and EAL pupils

• Using assessment effectively to monitor pupil progress and inform lesson planning

• Maintaining high expectations for behaviour effort and achievement

• Supporting pupils social emotional and personal development alongside academic progress

• Collaborating with Teaching Assistants SEN staff and senior leaders to deliver targeted interventions

• Participating in pupil progress meetings curriculum planning and school-wide initiatives

• Communicating effectively with parents and carers regarding pupil achievement behaviour and wellbeing

• Keeping accurate records of pupil performance assessment and behaviour

• Actively participating in staff meetings CPD sessions and professional development opportunities

• Upholding safeguarding child protection and school policies at all times

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for a Primary Teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Has experience teaching in KS1 or KS2 (ECTs welcome)

• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and consistently applies positive behaviour strategies

• Is committed to inclusive education supporting pupils from diverse and multicultural backgrounds

• Can differentiate lessons effectively to meet the needs of all learners

• Is reflective proactive and committed to ongoing professional development

• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills with pupils parents and colleagues

• Works collaboratively as part of a professional team

• Is passionate about making a lasting impact on pupils learning and development

Experience supporting pupils with SEN EAL or additional learning needs is highly desirable but not essential.

Training and Professional Development

The school is committed to investing in its teaching staff and offers:

• Comprehensive induction programmes for ECTs and new teachers

• Access to high-quality CPD aligned to school and individual priorities

• Mentoring and coaching from experienced colleagues and school leadership

• Opportunities for career progression curriculum leadership and subject specialism

• A supportive collaborative school culture that prioritises staff wellbeing

Why Apply for This Role

• Join a supportive and inclusive Walthamstow primary school

• Competitive Inner London pay scale

• Long-term permanent role providing professional stability

• High-quality teaching resources and access to SEN support

• CPD mentoring and career development opportunities

• Work in a diverse multicultural and vibrant East London community

• Make a meaningful impact on pupils academic social and emotional development

Application Process

If you are a motivated and passionate Primary Teacher looking for a rewarding teaching opportunity in Walthamstow East London we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a school that values high-quality teaching inclusion and professional development.