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An ideal opportunity to become a member of SLT 

Full Time / Permanent Teacher 

(MPS/UPS) (TLR2a Leading Maths and Computing) 

Required – January 2026        

Are you ambitious, enthusiastic and innovative?   Do you aspire to work in a vibrant and dynamic primary school?  Are you passionate in your quest to provide an outstanding education for all children?   If the answer is ‘yes’ then we have the perfect opportunity for you!  

We are seeking to appoint an exemplary practitioner to become part of our senior leadership team.  You would have overall responsibility for Maths and Computing, with a focus on leading and developing the teaching, learning and pupil outcomes in Maths and Computing from Early Years to Year 6.  The successful candidate will be initially non class based but there will be some classroom cover for teaching and teacher development. There will be leadership release time in order to effectively lead and develop Maths and Computing.  

At John Burns Primary School, we are committed to high quality professional development, and can offer friendly, enthusiastic learners.  We are a happy, welcoming and hardworking community of staff, parents, governors and pupils who are enthusiastic about a quality educational experience.

Our website gives a good introduction to our school, but we would also like to encourage you to come and visit us. 

Please contact Mrs Buckley on 020 7228 3857 to arrange a tour of the school with the Headteacher. 

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

Completed application should be returned to the school by email to: office@johnburns.wandsworth.sch.uk
 

Closing Date: 13 November 2025 (at noon)  

Interviews: Week commencing: 17 November 2025 

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time after applications have been received. Interviews maybe held at any time after applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that interested candidates submit an application as early as possible. 

If you have not heard from us by the interview date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment.

This post is subject to DBS check. 

CVs are not accepted. 

John Burns Primary School

Wycliffe Road, 

London SW11 5QR

Tel: 020 7228 3857 
 Email: office@johnburns.wandsworth.sch.uk

Website: www.johnburnsprimary.co.uk

Headteacher: Mr Brian Grogan

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils