Fairlawn Primary School - Teacher

Fairlawn and Haseltine Federation Class Teacher

We are looking for a fulltime permanent KS2 class teacher from September 2026.

We welcome applications from early careers teachers and visits to the school are encouraged.

Salary: M scale.

Location:

Fairlawn Primary School

Honor Oak Road
Forest Hill
London
SE23 3SB
Tel No: 020 8699 7948

What we are looking for:

• An enthusiastic, adaptable and dedicated teacher who is willing to work as part of a team and sees themselves as a lifelong learner.
• Someone who is passionate about play and developing children’s wellbeing.
• A teacher who can build relationships with all children to ensure that they succeed.
• Someone with knowledge and understanding of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

We can offer:

• Engaged, lively and creative learners who take pride in their school and their learning
• Highly motivated, supportive and committed colleagues
• An experienced leadership team with a commitment to reducing workload
• An exceptional learning environment where all pupils can flourish
• An engaged, supportive and effective governing body

The Fairlawn and Haseltine Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as qualifications and reference checks.

Original evidence of right to work within the United Kingdom will be required prior to commencement of employment i.e. National Insurance Number, Work Permits or Indefinite Leave to Remain.

Lewisham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Closing Date: Monday 18^th May 2026 at midday

Interview date: Wednesday 20^th May 2026

Job Description & Person Specification:

Application packs are available on our website https://www.fairlawn.lewisham.sch.uk/

PLEASE NOTE: CVs will not be accepted. Applications can be emailed to vacancies@fhfederation.lewisham.sch.uk or handed in to the school office for the attention of Mrs R Clarke (Executive Business Director). We look forward to receiving your completed application form. We regret we are only able to contact shortlisted applicants.