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Primary Teacher – Wandsworth
Role Summary EdEx is partnering with a "Good" graded primary school in Wandsworth, seeking to appoint a passionate Primary Teacher (years 1 to 4, though flexible).
What Makes This School Unique?
- Work-Life Balance – School prioritises staff well-being with an extra day of leave and on-site counselling.
- Shared Learning Support – A two-form entry structure allows for shared planning and access to an experienced class teacher (a trusted colleague).
- Leadership Investment – Strong focus on Continuous Professional Development (CPD), backed by robust MAT funding (no deficit risks).
- Visionary Leadership – Headteacher is widely considered incredibly supportive, collaborative, and empathetic; willing to adapt to 2025’s challenges.
- Exceptional Behaviour Culture – Low-stakes discipline, "whole-child" focus, and teacher autonomy in behavioural support.
- Teaching Retention – Only two teachers have left in four years; staff report strong camaraderie and MAT backing minimising burnout.
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A new teacher appointed via EdEx called the school exceptional, praising its driven yet compassionate team.
Role Overview
Appointment Details
- MPS1 (Grade 1) to Upper Pay Scale (UPS) 3
- Full-time, permanent contract (no supply/short-term roles).
- Starts September 2025.
Ideal Fit:
- Open to teaching years 1–4 (flexible for experienced colleagues).
- Thrives in a hardworking but supportive team.
- Values curriculum enrichment and evidence-based support.
Benefits:
- Free MPS/UPS pay progression, maturing in perpetuity.
- Monthly salary review linked to sector trends.
Person Specification
- QTS-qualified primary teacher with UK validated status.
- Demonstrated strength in KS2 delivery and recent observation success.
- Strong academic ability (clear evidence of rigorous educational expertise).
- Team player, confident collaborator, and knowledgeable in the full EYFS/primary curriculum.
School Context
- Employs ~400 students, class sizes adjusted per Ofsted guidelines.
- Offers two key stages, with small group targets; year group customisability.
- Exam results exceeding national averages (2023 benchmark for even higher floors now).
- Ofsted rated “Good” overall with Outstanding behaviour and engagement.
- Outcomes for SEND and EAL pupils are improving rapidly; inquiry-based approach full-stack trained via existing senior roles.
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Asset Highlights:
- GSL‐futurist school building (completed 2020).
- Small but ambitious plan to expand to STEP by 2028.
- New playground scheduled this year.
Application Process
If you’re seeking a role at a dynamic Wandsworth school prioritising teacher autonomy, collaboration, and exemplary support, apply now with your CV. Charlie Mohan, EdEx Senior Recruitment Consultant, will contact high-potential candidates. Induct-level interviews will proceed under Induction Menu B2 conditions of NYA.
- Click “Apply with CV” now.
- Deadline for stage 1 responses: 21 June.
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