Lower School Lead (Early Reading)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 18 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 17 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | London, SW4 0BZ |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 5332e09b-ef08-411f-8b81-341c75a5ee24 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an experienced and inspirational upper KS1 teacher, looking to join a dynamic and vibrant school in the heart of Clapham?
Clapham Manor Primary School seeks an experienced and inspiring Year 1 – Year 3 class teacher with a passion for learning who can inspire, motivate and challenge pupils to achieve the highest levels of progress and attainment. The successful teacher will be responsible for the Early Reading/Phonics across the school, to drive forward improvement in this key area and be part of the schools SiT (School Improvement Team).
You will join a talented and hardworking staff team, supported by the Head of School, Executive Headteacher and Governors who are committed to fostering a culture of team work, and collaboration. This job role is not appropriate for ECTs.
We are proud to serve a wonderfully diverse community, and we are committed to equality of opportunity and to creating a workplace and school community where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all ethnicities, backgrounds and lived experiences.
The successful candidate will:
• Be a highly motivated, committed and enthusiastic classroom practitioner
• Have an ability and commitment to engage, motivate and inspire all children to learn, achieve and make good progress
• Have a real belief in inclusivity and the fact that all children can be supported to be successful
• Have a good general knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum
• Have commitment to high standards of attainment and achievement
• Have flexibility, resilience, adaptability and commitment to working as part of a team
• Be a great communicator with good interpersonal skills who can also actively engage with parents
• Be passionate about education in a school deeply rooted in the local community
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• Wonderful pupils in a diverse and inclusive school with a real commitment to the community
• An enthusiastic and highly skilled staff team
• A commitment to on-going professional development to further develop your career with a dedicated Personal Growth Partner (PGP) to support and guide your career pathway
• A genuine commitment to ensure a respectful work life balance and regular opportunities to socialise with colleagues
• A powerful ethos based on improving children’s lives through outstanding education
• An imaginative curriculum which emphasises the importance of all aspects of a child’s development
• Comprehensive medium term planning and resources for all subject areas for you to adapt and personalise to your class
• An exciting teaching and learning environment with extensive school facilities
• A deeply committed staff and Board of Governors, constantly striving for improvement and excellence
• Active and engaged parents and carers
Further details about the role
(We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any point)
Shortlisting and invite to interview: Monday 20th April 2026 PM
Interviews: Thursday 23rd April 2026
School Visits: Are strongly advised and can be arranged via email.
Commitment to safeguarding
Clapham Manor Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
Are you an experienced and inspirational upper KS1 teacher, looking to join a dynamic and vibrant school in the heart of Clapham?
Clapham Manor Primary School seeks an experienced and inspiring Year 1 – Year 3 class teacher with a passion for learning who can inspire, motivate and challenge pupils to achieve the highest levels of progress and attainment. The successful teacher will be responsible for the Early Reading/Phonics across the school, to drive forward improvement in this key area and be part of the schools SiT (School Improvement Team).
You will join a talented and hardworking staff team, supported by the Head of School, Executive Headteacher and Governors who are committed to fostering a culture of team work, and collaboration. This job role is not appropriate for ECTs.
We are proud to serve a wonderfully diverse community, and we are committed to equality of opportunity and to creating a workplace and school community where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all ethnicities, backgrounds and lived experiences.
The successful candidate will:
• Be a highly motivated, committed and enthusiastic classroom practitioner
• Have an ability and commitment to engage, motivate and inspire all children to learn, achieve and make good progress
• Have a real belief in inclusivity and the fact that all children can be supported to be successful
• Have a good general knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum
• Have commitment to high standards of attainment and achievement
• Have flexibility, resilience, adaptability and commitment to working as part of a team
• Be a great communicator with good interpersonal skills who can also actively engage with parents
• Be passionate about education in a school deeply rooted in the local community
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• Wonderful pupils in a diverse and inclusive school with a real commitment to the community
• An enthusiastic and highly skilled staff team
• A commitment to on-going professional development to further develop your career with a dedicated Personal Growth Partner (PGP) to support and guide your career pathway
• A genuine commitment to ensure a respectful work life balance and regular opportunities to socialise with colleagues
• A powerful ethos based on improving children’s lives through outstanding education
• An imaginative curriculum which emphasises the importance of all aspects of a child’s development
• Comprehensive medium term planning and resources for all subject areas for you to adapt and personalise to your class
• An exciting teaching and learning environment with extensive school facilities
• A deeply committed staff and Board of Governors, constantly striving for improvement and excellence
• Active and engaged parents and carers
Further details about the role
(We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any point)
Shortlisting and invite to interview: Monday 20th April 2026 PM
Interviews: Thursday 23rd April 2026
School Visits: Are strongly advised and can be arranged via email.
Commitment to safeguarding
Clapham Manor Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.