KS1 or KS2 Teacher
Teachers Pay Scale
full-time - permanent
Required to start from September 2026
We are a successful Catholic Federation of two primary schools: Sacred Heart RC Primary School (Battersea) and St Mary’s RC Primary School (Battersea).
Sacred Heart is a thriving, inclusive, two-form entry school with an ASC (Autistic Spectrum Condition) Base, located just a short walk from Clapham Junction train station. A practising Catholic is preferred; however, applications from candidates who are supportive of our Catholic ethos are warmly welcomed.
* Ofsted, June 2023:
"If pupils have a talent, they will find it here."
* Catholic School Inspectorate, January 2025:
"Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is a very special community; they are welcoming and supportive to all and serve the Lord with joy."
(ECTs are welcome - subject to successful completion of ECF)
We are looking for an enthusiastic, outstanding teacher to join Sacred Heart School. The successful candidate will motivate, challenge, support and inspire our students and also have relevant experience in teaching phonics.
Applications from ECTs are welcome, as are applications from experienced staff.
The successful applicant will:
* Be a passionate and effective classroom practitioner;
* Have the ability to engage, enthuse, and motivate children and their families;
* Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the national curriculum and assessment strategies
* Create a stimulating and engaging learning environment that fosters curiosity and creativity
* Be skilled in planning and delivering lessons that meets the diverse needs of all children, ensuring that learning is both enjoyable and challenging;
* Be able to provide personalised learning for children with additional needs
* Be an inclusive practitioner
* Have experience of teaching phonics successfully (preferably Little Wandle)
* Be a reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous professional development and improvement;
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to support children's learning and development.
* Be a collaborative, committed team player with a sense of humour, creativity, and energy.
* Have the ability to build strong relationships with parents and across the Federation.
* Contribute to the wider life of the school, including extracurricular activities and school events.
What We Offer:
* Excellent professional development opportunities, including a strong track record of developing middle leaders
* A well-resourced, engaging curriculum
* A friendly, supportive working environment with committed staff, enthusiastic pupils, and supportive parents and governors
* Strong partnership with our parish of Sacred Heart
* Access to specialist teachers in Computing, Music, and PE
* High-quality facilities, including an Astroturf sports pitch
* Staff Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Excellent transport links
* Free parking.
* Located close to Clapham Junction Station
* For Early Career Teachers (ECTs):
* A bespoke ECT programme
* Dedicated mentoring and training
* Protected ECT and PPA release time
Visits are warmly welcomed.
To arrange a visit or find out more, please contact Mrs Byrne at Sacred Heart via the school office.
To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the ‘visit
website’ button at the top of this page.
For any further details please contact the school on the telephone number or email below.
Completed application should be returned to the school by email bursar@sacredheart-battersea.wandsworth.sch.uk
Closing date: 13 May 2026 (at noon)
Interviews: 18 May 2026
The Federation of Sacred Heart and St Mary’s RC Primary Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
CVs are not accepted.
Sacred Heart RC Primary School
Este Road
London, SW211 2TD
Tel no: 020 7223 5611
Email: bursar@sacredheart-battersea.wandsworth.sch.uk
Executive Headteacher: Mr J. Brading Associate Headteacher: Mrs N Byrne
The Federation of Sacred Heart & St Mary’s Catholic Primary Schools, Battersea