Primary School Teacher (KS2)
Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Lewisham, South East London
Start Date: September 2025

About the Role:

Veritas Education is delighted to be working with a lovely 1-form entry primary school in Lewisham to find an enthusiastic and passionate KS2 teacher to join their close-knit team starting in September 2025. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive and community-focused environment, where small class sizes (less than 20 children) allow for a more tailored and personal approach to teaching and learning.

The school is committed to providing a high-quality education for every child, and as part of a small, dedicated team, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the development and well-being of your pupils. The successful candidate will be working within the KS2 phase, with a focus on fostering both academic growth and personal development in an inspiring and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners within the KS2 age group.
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment where all students feel valued and motivated to learn.
• Track and monitor students’ progress, providing feedback to both children and parents.
• Work closely with the SENCO and other staff to support children with additional learning needs, ensuring they have access to the curriculum and make progress.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a strong school community.
• Encourage pupils to develop their social, emotional, and academic skills through a variety of teaching methods.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or equivalent).
• Experience teaching within the KS2 age range (preferred but not essential).
• A passion for working with primary-aged children and helping them achieve their potential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging and effective lessons tailored to the needs of each child.
• Strong classroom management skills, with a nurturing approach to behaviour.
• Willingness to contribute to the broader life of the school and engage with the local community.

Why Join This School?

• A warm, welcoming, and inclusive school environment where staff and pupils thrive.
• Small class sizes (less than 20 children) allowing for more individual attention and tailored teaching.
• A supportive leadership team that values teacher development and provides ongoing professional development.
• A school with a strong community ethos, where your contributions to school life are truly valued.
• A balanced workload, with a focus on providing quality teaching without excessive paperwork.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

How to Apply:

If you’re an enthusiastic and committed primary school teacher who is ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV or call Veritas Education on . Trials will take place in August or September 2025 with the successful candidate beginning in September.

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant vetting procedures.

Interview & Trial Dates: August/September 2025

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

‘Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.’