Schools across various London boroughs are urgently recruiting qualified Primary School Teachers to fill positions starting from September. The salary starts at £32,000 per year (Main Pay Scale), rising significantly with experience and in inner London allowance areas.
About the Role
You will plan and deliver lessons across the primary curriculum (ages 5–11), foster a nurturing classroom environment, assess and track pupil progress, and work collaboratively with teaching assistants, subject leads, and parents.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or overseas equivalent
- Evidence of meeting UK Teachers’ Standards
- Experience teaching primary-age children
- Clear DBS check (UK criminal background check)
Compensation & Benefits
Beyond the £32,000 base salary, London teachers benefit from the Inner London Weighting allowance (up to £5,000+), a generous Teachers’ Pension, union representation, extended holidays, and CPD funding.
Visa & Work Authorisation
Schools are registered as Skilled Worker Visa sponsors. International teachers with QTS equivalency are warmly welcomed.
How to Apply
Search for vacancies at teachlondon.ac.uk or individual borough council websites. A personal statement addressing each school’s ethos and your teaching philosophy is essential.