Primary Teachers Required – EYFS / KS1 / KS2
Croydon
ASAP Start
£160–£250 per day (PAYE – no umbrella companies)
Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a range of welcoming and inclusive primary schools across Croydon to recruit passionate Primary Teachers for immediate and upcoming roles. Our partner schools are committed to nurturing every child’s potential, placing well-being, inclusion, and high-quality teaching at the heart of everything they do.
We are seeking teachers who align with Teaching Personnel’s ethos of putting children first, building strong relationships, and creating positive learning environments where all pupils can thrive.
The Role – Primary Teacher
As a Primary Teacher, you will play a key role in supporting pupils’ academic progress and personal development. Your responsibilities will include:
Planning and delivering engaging, creative, and inclusive lessons tailored to the needs of all learners
Creating a safe, supportive, and positive classroom environment
Building strong, professional relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents, and support staff
Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, providing meaningful feedback to support learning
Promoting positive behaviour and high expectations through a nurturing approach
Contributing to the wider life of the school and engaging in ongoing professional development
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for teachers who:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
Have experience teaching in a primary school setting
Are committed to inclusive practice and supporting pupils with a range of needs
Set high expectations while maintaining a calm, respectful classroom culture
Are reflective, motivated, and keen to develop professionally
Are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly encouraged to apply, with access to guidance and ongoing support.
Why Teaching Personnel?
Teaching Personnel build long-term relationships with schools and educators, taking the time to understand your strengths and career goals. We offer transparent PAYE pay — we do not use umbrella companies — so you can be confident you’re paid correctly, fairly, and on time.
If you are ready to inspire young learners and work in schools that genuinely value inclusion, well-being, and professional development, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with an up-to-date CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
Application Requirements
All applications are subject to:
An Enhanced DBS Disclosure
Professional reference checks
Overseas Police Clearances (where applicable), in line with our safeguarding policy
A CV covering the last 10 years of employment history (where possible), with any gaps explained
Proof of the legal right to work in the UK
Attendance at a Teaching Personnel registration interview
Equal Opportunities Statement
Teaching Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. All placements are made based on merit and suitability.
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.
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