Class Teacher

Forestdale Primary School

All Different, All Special, All Achieving

primary Teacher
Location: Pixton Way, Croydon CR0 9JE
Contract type: Full time
Salary range: MPS
Interview date: 2nd October 2025
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Class Teacher

Key Stage: KS1 or KS2

Working Pattern: Full-time

Contract Type: Full time, Fixed Term – two terms (maternity cover)

Salary Range: MPS 1- MPS 6 (dependant on candidate)

Start Date: January 2026

Closing date: Friday 26th September 2025 (12:00 Midday)

Shortlisting: Friday 26th September 2025

Interview dates: Thursday 2nd October 2025

Visits: Please call the school office to arrange a date and time.

We are looking for someone who:

Is an enthusiastic, inspirational Class Teacher;
Demonstrates ambition, energy and commitment;
Offers outstanding practice;
Is positive, innovative and enthusiastic;
Loves working with children and inspiring learners;
Embraces an inclusive approach to education.

We can offer you:

Children who are motivated, enthusiastic and a pleasure to teach;
A friendly, dedicated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school and in the local community;
High quality development professional programme with induction programmes for all new staff;
Access to professional coaching;
A supportive and collaborative working ethos;
Access to Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling;
Access to discounted wrap around childcare for staff;
A high quality and well-resourced learning environment with good facilities;
Supportive community.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged, please ring the school office for an appointment on 0208 657 0924.

Application forms and supporting statements should be submitted to Akuah Quist, School Business Manager. aquist@forestdale.croydon.sch.uk

Forestdale is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Our safeguarding policy can be found: Safeguarding Policy.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, shortlisted candidates will be required to complete and return a self-disclosure declaration. References will be sought prior to interview.

Successful applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, employments checks and valid qualifications. Our Privacy Notice for job applicants is available to view on our school website.