Teaching Personnel
Full-Time Primary Teacher Needed – Merton – September Start
Location: Merton, South West London Start Date: ASAP / September 2026 available Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term
Welcoming and well-managed primary schools in Merton are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Qualified Teachers (QTS) to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a consistent role within a supportive school environment where you can make a real impact on pupils’ learning and development.
About the Role
You will take on full classroom responsibilities within a primary setting (EYFS, KS1 or KS2 depending on experience), delivering engaging and inclusive lessons while maintaining a positive and structured learning environment.
Key responsibilities include: • Planning and delivering high-quality, differentiated lessons • Assessing and tracking pupil progress effectively • Establishing clear routines and behaviour expectations • Building strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents • Contributing to wider school life and team collaboration
What We Offer
• Full-time, long-term role in a supportive Merton school • Competitive daily rates, paid reliably • Friendly and collaborative staff teams • Opportunities for professional development and progression • Ongoing support from an experienced education agency
What We’re Looking For
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential • Experience teaching in a UK primary school setting • Strong classroom management and organisational skills • A proactive, positive and adaptable teaching style • Commitment to pupil progress, wellbeing and inclusive education
If you’re a committed primary teacher looking for a rewarding full-time role in Merton, apply today and join a fantastic school community.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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