Job Description:

Class Teacher
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Surbiton
Contract: Full-time
Salary: M1 to M6

About the role and school
We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join a welcoming and high-achieving primary school in Surbiton from September 2026. This Class Teacher role offers an exciting opportunity to deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across the primary curriculum, supporting pupils to achieve strong academic outcomes while fostering creativity, confidence, and a love of learning. The Class Teacher will be responsible for maintaining high expectations and contributing positively to a supportive and collaborative team environment.

The school is a vibrant and inclusive primary setting within the Kingston borough, known for its strong sense of community, supportive leadership, and commitment to academic excellence. It places a high value on pupil wellbeing, ensuring children feel safe, respected, and motivated to succeed. The curriculum is broad and ambitious, enriched with creative learning opportunities and a strong focus on core skills development. Behaviour across the school is excellent, supported by consistent routines and a positive learning culture. Staff benefit from a collaborative ethos, well-resourced classrooms, and a leadership team that prioritises professional development and staff wellbeing.

This Class Teacher position is ideal for an enthusiastic practitioner who is passionate about making a meaningful impact in the classroom. Whether you are an experienced Class Teacher or an ECT looking to begin your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, this opportunity offers excellent development, strong mentoring, and the chance to work within a school that values high-quality teaching and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons as a Class Teacher across the primary curriculum
• Assess, track, and report on pupil progress to ensure strong attainment and achievement outcomes
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment that promotes learning and behaviour
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND and higher-attaining pupils
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practice and contribute to curriculum planning and development
• Support the wider life of the school, including enrichment activities and school events

Qualifications/Experience:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant qualification
• Experience as a Class Teacher or in a similar role
• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK

Next steps:
If this Class Teacher position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Freya at Teach Plus.
Alternatively, please click 'apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.

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