Year 6 Teacher - Wandsworth

Immediate start Full-time preferred Part-time considered

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a primary school in Wandsworth to find a qualified and experienced Year 6 Teacher for an immediate start. This is an opportunity to join an established primary school and support pupils during an important stage of their education. The school is looking for someone with experience teaching Year 6 in a diverse inner-London setting, who can deliver engaging lessons, maintain high expectations and support pupils in the lead-up to their SATs.

The role

Year 6 teaching position in Wandsworth

Immediate start

Initial contract until Friday 18 December 2026, with the possibility of an extension to May 2027

Full-time preferred, although four days per week will be considered

• A combination of whole-class teaching and targeted small-group sessions
• Planning, preparing and delivering lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Assessing pupil progress and adapting teaching to meet different learning needs
• Maintaining a positive classroom environment and managing behaviour effectively

Pay - 2026/27 Inner London Teacher Pay Scale

Pay will be based on a daily rate equivalent to the Inner London Main Pay Range (M1-M6), dependent on experience and the relevant pay point.

• M1: £41,729 per annum
• M6: £54,131 per annum

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has previous Year 6 teaching experience
• Has experience working in a diverse inner-London primary school
• Has a good understanding of the Key Stage 2 national curriculum and Year 6 SATs
• Can plan and deliver engaging lessons that support pupil progress and attainment
• Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Can differentiate lessons to meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents
• Is reliable, adaptable and able to work effectively as part of a school team

All applicants will need to meet the relevant safeguarding and compliance requirements, including satisfactory professional references and an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.