About Us

Full Time - Permanent

Permanent- Required September 2025

Are you passionate about teaching? Would you like to make a marked difference to our school community with a particular focus on improving the life chances and life choices of all our children? If so, then we would welcome an application from interested, dedicated, highly skilled and enthusiastic candidates.

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspiring Class Teacher for either KS1 or KS2 and we welcome applications from ECT’s or experienced teachers. 

We can offer: 

• A dynamic, inclusive and forward-facing school community committed to equity and excellence.
• Outstanding opportunities for career progression and high-quality professional development.
• A nurturing and vibrant environment where creative teaching is encouraged.
• Engaged, curious and enthusiastic learners who are proud of their school.
• A strong partnership with parents and governors who actively support our ethos and vision.

The successful candidate will:

• Set ambitious expectations to inspire and challenge all learners.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Take ownership of pupil progress, using assessment to inform teaching and drive outcomes.
• Promote a positive learning environment with high standards of behaviour.
• Communicate effectively with families, building strong relationships around pupil achievement and well-being.
• Contribute to the wider life, values and development of our school community.

We highly encourage prospective applicants to visit our school or arrange an initial conversation with our Headteacher, Dionne Morris. Contact us at 0208 672 3480 or email admin@furzedown.wandsworth.sch.uk to arrange a visit. 

Learn more about us at www.furzedown.wandsworth.sch.uk.

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Completed applications are to be returned to recruitment@furzedown.wandsworth.sch.uk

Interviews: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. We reserve the right to close the position once a suitable applicant is appointed. 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted

Closing Date: 10 June 2025 (at noon)

Furzedown is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS clearance.

Please note that we do not accept CVs

Furzedown Primary School

Beclands Road

Tooting, London

SW17 9TJ

Telephone: 020 8672 3480

Headteacher: Mrs. D. Morris

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils