Job Role: Key Stage 2 Class Teacher

Contract: Fixed term, Full time, Maternity Cover (Until August 2027)

Salary: Main Pay Range M1 - £40,317.00 FTE - M6 - £52,300.00 FTE (Depending on experience)

Location: Portway Primary School, Stratford Road, London E13 0JW

Interview Date: Week Commencing 9th November 2026

About the role

Key Stage 2 Class Teacher - Portway Primary School

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to join Portway Primary School. The successful candidate will have high expectations for all pupils, deliver engaging and challenging lessons, and foster a positive classroom environment where children are motivated to learn and achieve their full potential.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge, effective classroom management, and a commitment to raising attainment and supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development. They will use assessment effectively to identify learning needs, adapt teaching to support all abilities, and ensure every child is challenged and supported.

As a committed member of the school team, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and the wider school community to promote inclusive practice, pupil wellbeing and continuous improvement. They will also demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, alongside a commitment to professional development and contributing positively to the wider life of the school.

About the School

Learning Today - Transforming Tomorrow!

Portway is a happy and successful school located in Plaistow, East London. We are at the heart of this culturally rich community where we are able to offer purposeful and exciting learning opportunities for all. Our vision for our school is for our children to learn today what they need to enable them to transform tomorrow!

We are looking for ambitious and inspirational Class Teachers to enrich learning at Portway Primary School. This position is not suitable for ECT's.

What we are looking for

Proven classroom experience and an excellent knowledge of the curriculum
High standards and can demonstrate excellent outcomes for pupils in your career to date
Values professional development and is enthusiastic about taking risks
Motivates others and thrives on working in diverse teams
Shows resilience, with an ambition and a desire to develop into a senior leadership role in the future.

We can offer you

Wellbeing days to be taken throughout the year
A Flexible PPA arrangement which can be taken remotely
Free childcare for 2 & 3 year olds
Free wrap around care
Curious children, who love learning
Collaboration opportunities with supportive, forward thinking and dedicated teams
An extensive wellbeing offer for staff, pupils and families and a Leadership team who promote wellbeing and academic success equally
Well-resourced and attractive environment comprising a drama studio and school forest!

Application Process

Interested candidates should read the Job Description & Person Specification, before submitting a completed Application Form.

PLEASE NOTE:

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close the advert early depending on the volume of applications we receive. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. We will only be contacting those candidates who have been selected to progress to the next stage of the process. Please note we do not have parking facilities onsite.

Portway Primary School and Newham Community Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This appointment will be conditional on successful pre-employment checks. Identity, Prohibition, Qualification, Barred List, Enhanced DBS, Section 128, Overseas, Right to work, Reference, Criminal Record and Medical Checks are essential for all applicable posts at the School.

In accordance with paragraph 221 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (2026), Portway Primary School and Newham Community Learning Trust will carry out an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If shortlisted for the role an appropriate online search will be undertaken on your name(s). Any information given will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the post for which you have applied.

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