Primary Class Teacher (Fixed Term 1 year) Suitable for ECT in London

Salary: MPS/UPS (Inner London)

Hours: Full Time (Fixed Term)

Year Round?: Term time

Permanent?: No - Fixed Term

To Start: September 2026

Applications Close: 9am Tuesday 2nd June 2026

Shortlisting: Tuesday 2nd June 2026

Interviews: Friday 5th June 2026

For Further Details or to Arrange a Visit: Please email.

To Apply: All applications must use the forms supplied below and be submitted using the ‘Apply for Job’ button below. Please do not submit CVs, as these cannot be accepted.

Woodmansterne School & Sixth Form is set within a diverse and vibrant community; as a school we benefit from this rich variety of cultures and traditions which form the bedrock of our inclusive ethos. We are looking to employ exceptional staff who share our values and determination to provide pupils with a first‑class education that enables them to thrive and succeed in their learning and life.

Are you an ECT looking to join an inspiring, committed and inclusive team? We are looking for someone who will inspire our pupils to become the best possible version of themselves and to achieve outcomes that lay strong foundations for their future success. Our pupils are happy, confident young people; we are an experienced, caring and inclusive team, it’s our responsibility to see they excel.

We are looking for an excellent Primary Class Teacher with:

• very high expectations of what can be achieved
• a proven track record in raising pupil attainment
• an understanding of how children learn and the complexities of this process
• the aspiration to work with young people, colleagues and parents
• the skills to work successfully as a team member establishing effective working relationships and flexible working practices
• experience of following direction and working in collaboration with colleagues, parents, pupils and the school community
• strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships, and a positive can‑do attitude
• a creative and innovative approach to school improvement
• the ability to lead on the educational progress, achievement and enrichment (experience trips, rewards and clubs)
• the ability to be kind, positive and committed to the school’s inclusive ethos
• the ability to be flexible, calm, work under pressure and manage change effectively

As a Woodmansterne staff member, you can expect regular research‑based and relevant professional development, opportunities to work across phases, be creative and take risks in your teaching, and work closely with colleagues in planning and training. You will be an integral part of this happy, community school and supported by experienced and supportive leaders.

Why should you come and work for us?

• We have fantastic children and families (many schools say that, but we really do).
• We have amazing new buildings (our secondary building won an award for technological architecture from CIAT), with two fantastic libraries, dedicated ICT suites, specialist food rooms, science labs, music studio & provisions, ICT rich learning spaces and a huge outside space including a large playing field, 2 MUGAs, edible garden and Trim Trail.
• Discounted wrap‑around care if your child/children attend Play Professional’s after school club provision (either at Woodmansterne or another school).
• Our exciting, enriched curriculum is pupil‑centred aimed at capturing every child’s full learning potential.
• We are committed to staff well‑being and have a well‑being committee who arrange book clubs, get‑togethers, well‑being INSETs, exercise classes and well‑being activities, as well as working closely with leaders to improve staff well‑being.
• A commitment to personalised professional development and opportunities for career growth.
• We have a cohesive, friendly, highly‑skilled and passionate staff body, who are completely committed to Woodmansterne’s values and ethos.
• Access to Cycle scheme.
• Free refreshments (tea, coffee and sugar) in our wonderful spacious staffrooms and work areas.
• Delicious food cooked by our Chefs in Schools team at affordable prices.
• The uniqueness of our all‑through provision means exciting opportunities for cross‑phase collaboration between primary and secondary.
• We have strong partnerships with families, the local community, other Lambeth schools and Teaching Alliances.