Year 6 Teacher- January 2026

Year 6 Class Teacher – Putney

Location: Putney, South West London
Start Date: January 2026 (with paid time in class beforehand)
Contract: Full-Time

A welcoming and supportive primary school in Putney is seeking an experienced and confident Year 6 Teacher to join their team from January 2026. The school would like the successful candidate to spend time in the classroom before January to get to know the pupils and work alongside the current class teacher during the transition period.

About the Role:
This is a full-time Year 6 teaching post that includes planning responsibilities. To support this, the school is able to offer two afternoons per week out of class for planning, preparation, and assessment. You’ll take on full teaching duties from January, working with a collaborative and experienced team to ensure a smooth and successful Year 6 journey for the pupils.

What We Offer:

• Full-time Year 6 teaching role in a friendly Putney school

• Paid transition time before January to meet the class and settle in

• Two afternoons per week dedicated to PPA time

• Supportive leadership and a strong upper KS2 team

• Competitive pay based on experience

What We’re Looking For:

• A competent, confident teacher with proven Year 6 experience

• Strong understanding of KS2 curriculum and end-of-year expectations

• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills

• Someone proactive, reliable, and able to build positive relationships quickly

• A teacher committed to ensuring pupils are well-prepared academically and emotionally for the next stage

If you are an experienced Year 6 Teacher ready to take on a rewarding full-time role in Putney, with the opportunity to transition smoothly into the class before January, apply today to arrange an interview.

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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.
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