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Class Teacher

London Borough of Islington

Islington, LondonAdvertising SalarySalary Details:£ 40,317 - £ 52,300Closes: 4 May 2026

About The Role

Class Teacher Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre

Contract:   Fixed term, permanent 
Salary Range:    Main pay scale (Inner London)
Actual Salary: £40,317-£52,300 per annum
Required for: September 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children’s experiences and outcomes and promoting a lifelong love of learning? If you are then we could have the job for you!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our outstanding school and children’s centre and become part of the thriving team at Ambler! We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic, creative and committed class teacher to join our experienced team. Depending on the candidate, the role may be in EYFS or KS1.

Our new teacher will be: 

  • Ambitious and driven, being able to bring their own passion and interest to the role
  • A good or outstanding classroom practitioner with at least 2 years’ experience 
  • A teacher who is able to work well as a member of an excellent teaching team 
  • A reflective and resourceful practitioner who is keen to make their practice the best it can be
  • A solution focused and positive teacher who is passionate about improving the outcomes for all pupils educationally and emotionally 
  • Have an excellent understanding of child development and a passion for best practice. 
    The successful candidate will have the opportunity to: 
  • Gain invaluable career experience in an ‘Outstanding’ school working alongside a range of professionals
  • Benefit from bespoke training and CPD to ensure you reach your potential
  • Be part of a dynamic and creative team, committed to achieving the very highest standards 
  • Work in a positive and supportive environment.

Further details:

This post is not suitable for Early Careers Teachers. If you would like to come for a visit, please contact the school office by email: [email protected]

At Ambler, we promote equality, challenge discrimination and recognise the positive value that comes from having a truly diverse workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who reflect the diverse community of our school.At Ambler, we promote equality, challenge discrimination and recognise the positive value that comes from having a truly diverse workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who reflect the diverse community of our school.

Closing date: Midnight, Monday 4 May 2026

Short-listing: Tuesday 4 May 2026

Interviews: Thursday 15 May 2026

Please apply online at https://jobs.islington.gov.uk/ If you need any assistance, please email [email protected] quoting reference: AMB2601.

Ambler Primary School and Children's Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. Also, this post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. An online search will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.