KS2 Class Teacher Maternity Cover

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Kensington Avenue Primary School

London

£36,413 - £45,037 per year

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Salary:

MPS 1-6 Outer London

Job type:

Full Time, Fixed Term

Start date:

01/01/2026

Apply by:

14 October 2026

Job overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Class Teacher to join our Upper KS2 team at Kensington Avenue Primary School. This is a maternity cover, initially for a fixed term period of 12 months from January 2026, with option to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will:
• Have familiarity with KS2 Standardised Attainment Tests
• Have a sound knowledge of the National Curriculum for all the subjects in Key Stage 2
• Ensure that the highest possible standards of pupil achievement, personal development and well-being are achieved
• Make learning exciting, effective and inclusive
• Be enthusiastic about ongoing professional development
• Demonstrate effective and dynamic classroom management and teaching techniques and be motivated to work with us to get the best outcomes for all pupils.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and thrive on team work.

Visits to the school are welcome as we believe that this will show the fantastic community of learners that welcome visitors warmly, to arrange this please email

recruitment@kaps.croydon.sch.uk

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About Kensington Avenue Primary School

Kensington Avenue Primary School

Kensington Avenue, Thornton Heath

Surrey

CR7 8BT

United Kingdom

+44 20 8764 2+23

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At Kensington Avenue we take pride in our multi-cultural ethos and community and believe that all children can be encouraged to do their best in a positive, hard working, learning environment - now and in the future. We value each child as an individual and work with parents and carers to foster a love for learning, a positive and thoughtful attitude, mutual respect, self discipline and self confidence.

We offer an exciting opportunity to work in a school with a TEAM ethos, where collaboration and support play a vital role in our success. As a member of our staff, you will have access to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities to further enhance your skills and career progression. Additionally, we provide health benefits to ensure your well-being in and out of the workplace.

We have a health cash plan with Simply Health, Bike2Work scheme and staff well being programme which includes a staff reward scheme and regular social activities.

We follow Standard Teacher Pay and Conditions and Teacher Pension and support staff can join the Local Government Pension Scheme. ECT’s follow an established induction and mentor programme while more experienced staff are able to join our leadership training programmes. Many among our teaching staff enrol in our school-based MA programme run in conjunction with

St Mary's University

. The Trust is a member of PiXL.

We are located in the north of the borough with onsite parking and excellent transport links to London and the surrounding areas.

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