Lewisham Schools
Teacher - Maternity Cover - Launcelot Primary School & Nursery
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TEACHER REQUIRED M1-M6
- Do you love children?
- Are you looking for a fantastic career opportunity?
- Do you want to work in a successful school as part of a dynamic team?
If you have answered yes to all of these questions then you may be the person for us.
Launcelot Primary School is looking for an outstanding teacher to cover maternity leave starting 1st January 2027 through to 31st August 2027 in the first instance. You will be joining an enthusiastic and friendly team. Staff in our school say they feel trusted to get on with their jobs and supported whenever they need it. Strengths included identifying talent within the school and recruiting skillful leaders. Our children have told us they are proud to be part of our school. Parents say that a key strength of the school is the support from staff and the communication.
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The post is initially temporary to cover maternity leave in year 4.
WE WANT YOU IF:
- You are an outstanding classroom practitioner
- You are passionate about teaching and learning
- You are motivated to achieve the highest possible standards and can inspire this in others
- You are committed to making a huge difference to the lives of our children and our community.
FOR THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WE WILL OFFER:
- Fantastic professional development and career enhancement opportunities
- A highly stimulating working environment
- Excellent induction
- Collegiate and supportive staff team with high morale
- An innovative approach to feedback with a huge reduction in the amount of written marking expected by teachers
If you are interested and would like to visit our school, please contact our School Business Manager, Dionne Burke, on 020 8697 2304 or send an email to admin@launcelot.lewisham.sch.uk to arrange a visit.
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Closing date for applications is midday Monday 12th October 2026
Interviews: Monday 19th October 2026
Start date: 1st January 2027 - Maternity Cover.
Please see Launcelot Primary School website for further details https://www.launcelot.lewisham.sch.uk/Work-With-Us/
Launcelot Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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