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Class Teacher
Orleans Primary School is a two-form entry school in St Margarets, in the borough of Richmond upon Thames. We are an ambitious school that puts pupils’ experiences at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a highly motivated teacher to join our supportive team.
The school benefits from excellent transport links, with St Margarets’ station a 5-minute walk away and regular bus routes nearby.
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Contract Term: Part-time, 0.4 FTE (potential to offer 0.6 FTE), permanent
Salary: Main Pay Scale (Outer London)
Suitable for ECTs
Are you:
1. Looking to join a school with a 3 year balanced budget and rising numbers of applications
2. Looking to join a supportive school community with children who are kind, eager to learn and proud of their school?
3. A teacher who inspires a love of learning in children and works collaboratively with parents and colleagues?
The Role:
This position is suitable for ECTs, newly qualified teachers, or experienced practitioners. Orleans Primary is a welcoming and successful school where we take pride in our children thriving academically while enjoying a rich and varied curriculum. Our pupils benefit from a wide range of opportunities across sports, music and the arts, helping them grow into confident, well-rounded individuals.
We are looking for applicants who have a clear vision of excellent teaching practice, a strong commitment to raising standards and outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
We asked our children what they would like in a new teacher and they told us they are looking for someone who:
4. Understands them as individuals and listens to everyone;
5. Makes learning enjoyable and engaging;
6. Boosts their confidence;
7. Encourages them and is approachable; and
8. Explains things clearly and supports them to succeed.
If you feel you can meet our children’s expectations, we would be delighted to hear from you.
In return, we offer:
9. A supportive and experienced leadership team;
10. A strong commitment to professional development and career progression;
11. A research informed school community where adult learning is valued as highly as pupil learning;
12. A rewarding and inspiring place to work, with staff passionate about delivering a broad and enriching curriculum;
13. A positive and engaged parent community, including an active PTA, who support the school and their children’s education;
14. An experienced Governing Body with an active interest in the school’s development;
15. Wonderful children who love to learn.
The successful candidate will:
16. Have a track record of, or the potential to, secure strong outcomes for children;
17. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
18. Be ambitious for themselves and for the children they teach;
19. Have a strong commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities;
20. Be an adaptable team player, with excellent organisational skills.
Visits to the school are encouraged as part of the application process. We look forward to welcoming you to our school.
Please note: We do not accept CVs or applications from agencies.
Closing date for applications: Midday on 24th April 2026
Interview date: Week commencing Monday 27th April 2026
The school reserves the right to remove the advert and close applications ahead of the closing date.
Safeguarding Statement
Orleans Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. References will be carried out prior to interview and the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Photo identification and evidence of qualifications must be brought to the school should you be called for interview.