An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, passionate, and dedicated KS2 Primary Teacher to join our thriving and high-achieving mainstream primary school in the London Borough of Waltham Forest.

This is your chance to become part of an Outstanding Ofsted-rated, three-form entry primary school where creativity, academic excellence, and pupil wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for an inspiring educator who can motivate pupils, raise aspirations, and create engaging learning experiences that prepare children for success both within KS2 and beyond.

The KS2 phase is a vibrant and engaging environment where pupils are encouraged to become confident learners, critical thinkers, and independent individuals as they prepare for the transition into secondary education.

About The School

The school is a welcoming, inclusive, and highly ambitious three-form entry primary school where staff work collaboratively to provide children with an engaging and well-rounded education.

• Outstanding teaching and learning standards
• A broad, balanced, and knowledge-rich curriculum
• High academic expectations alongside strong pastoral support
• Positive behaviour and excellent pupil attitudes to learning
• Creativity and enrichment opportunities across the curriculum
• A strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and personal development

The school has a supportive senior leadership team and a collaborative KS2 department where planning, resources, and best practice are shared effectively across year groups.

Learning across school is supported and enriched by:

• A timetabled programme of lessons which are based on the National Curriculum
• A dynamic and interactive environment that supports and challenges individual learning
• WOW days
• Themed and special focus weeks
• Regular use of our school field and outdoor spaces
• Regular out of school trips and workshops
• Providing activities such as drama productions, music and instrumental lessons, performances, sports opportunities and coding clubs
• Inviting members of our local community into school to share their expertise, raise aspirations and foster community links
• Delivering weekly assemblies which highlight key national, international and religious events

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience teaching within KS2
• Has strong curriculum knowledge across Key Stage 2
• Understands assessment, progress tracking, and SATs preparation
• Can deliver engaging and creative lessons
• Has excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Is reflective, organised, and proactive
• Has high expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour
• Is passionate about supporting children academically and emotionally
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative team

Location: Waltham Forest, London

Position: KS2 Primary Teacher

Working Hours: 08:15am – 16:15pm (Full-Time)

Pay: Competitive daily rate dependent on experience and responsibilities

School Type: Mainstream Three-Form Entry Primary School

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full Academic Year / Permanent Opportunity

Trial Lessons & Interviews: Selected candidates will be invited to attend paid trial day(s) during July 2026 as part of the recruitment process.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.