Class Teacher
| Posting date: | 01 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 May 2026 |
| Location: | London, N20 0PL |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 35017ad0-8249-462d-bba1-4ccb557fb496-1 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
• Strong communication skills (clear instructions, active listening, age-appropriate language)
• Patience and empathy when working with young children
• Creativity in lesson planning and classroom activities
• Good classroom management and behaviour management skills
• Ability to make learning engaging and fun
• Adaptability to meet different learning styles and needs
• Basic knowledge of child development (ages 5–7)
• Organisation and time management skills
• Teamwork and collaboration with other teachers and staff
• Assessment and observation skills to track pupil progress
• Problem-solving skills for handling classroom challenges
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for teaching
• Ability to build relationships with pupils, parents, and carers
• Basic literacy and numeracy teaching skills (phonics, reading, writing, maths)
• Safeguarding awareness and responsibility
What the school offers its staff
• A nurturing, values-driven environment where wellbeing is prioritised
• A strong and supportive leadership team
• A collaborative staff culture
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A happy, safe school where both pupils and staff flourish
• Very well behaved and enthusastic pupils
• Close to public transport and off-street parking
• Experienced and supportive teaching assistants
Further details about the role
Join Our Team at St John’s CE Primary and Nursery School (N20)
St John’s CE Primary and Nursery School is seeking a passionate and committed teacher ready for their next step. This opportunity is open to both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners who are dedicated to helping every child thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.
At St John’s, we believe great teaching changes lives. We are looking for a motivated, reflective professional who will inspire young learners and contribute positively to our school community.
Why join us?
St John’s is a thriving, one-form entry school in the London Borough of Barnet with a genuine family feel. Every child is known, valued, and supported—and the same is true for our staff. We are proud to offer a welcoming, collaborative environment where colleagues enjoy working together and supporting one another.
Our most recent Ofsted report (July 2022) highlights:
“Pupils are rightly very proud of their school… They look forward to learning and, like their teachers, have high expectations. All pupils learn successfully here.”
About the role
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic teacher to join our team, likely in Key Stage 1 (flexible for the right candidate).
The successful candidate will:
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that meet the needs of all learners
• Inspire and challenge pupils to achieve their full potential
• Build strong relationships with children, colleagues, and families
• Contribute positively to our supportive school community
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
• Strong communication skills (clear instructions, active listening, age-appropriate language)
• Patience and empathy when working with young children
• Creativity in lesson planning and classroom activities
• Good classroom management and behaviour management skills
• Ability to make learning engaging and fun
• Adaptability to meet different learning styles and needs
• Basic knowledge of child development (ages 5–7)
• Organisation and time management skills
• Teamwork and collaboration with other teachers and staff
• Assessment and observation skills to track pupil progress
• Problem-solving skills for handling classroom challenges
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for teaching
• Ability to build relationships with pupils, parents, and carers
• Basic literacy and numeracy teaching skills (phonics, reading, writing, maths)
• Safeguarding awareness and responsibility
What the school offers its staff
• A nurturing, values-driven environment where wellbeing is prioritised
• A strong and supportive leadership team
• A collaborative staff culture
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A happy, safe school where both pupils and staff flourish
• Very well behaved and enthusastic pupils
• Close to public transport and off-street parking
• Experienced and supportive teaching assistants
Further details about the role
Join Our Team at St John’s CE Primary and Nursery School (N20)
St John’s CE Primary and Nursery School is seeking a passionate and committed teacher ready for their next step. This opportunity is open to both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced practitioners who are dedicated to helping every child thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.
At St John’s, we believe great teaching changes lives. We are looking for a motivated, reflective professional who will inspire young learners and contribute positively to our school community.
Why join us?
St John’s is a thriving, one-form entry school in the London Borough of Barnet with a genuine family feel. Every child is known, valued, and supported—and the same is true for our staff. We are proud to offer a welcoming, collaborative environment where colleagues enjoy working together and supporting one another.
Our most recent Ofsted report (July 2022) highlights:
“Pupils are rightly very proud of their school… They look forward to learning and, like their teachers, have high expectations. All pupils learn successfully here.”
About the role
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic teacher to join our team, likely in Key Stage 1 (flexible for the right candidate).
The successful candidate will:
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that meet the needs of all learners
• Inspire and challenge pupils to achieve their full potential
• Build strong relationships with children, colleagues, and families
• Contribute positively to our supportive school community
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.