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Year 3 Class Teacher

Job Posted: an hour ago

Salary: £ 194 - 258 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Croydon, London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Year 3 Class Teacher - South Croydon

South Croydon | Full-Time | Maternity Cover

Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a welcoming and inclusive community one-form-entry primary school near to South Croydon in their search for a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 3 Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026 on a maternity contract.

This is a full-time position starting in September 2026 on a long-term but temporary basis through Tradewind Recruitment, ongoing until February 2026. 

About the School

This popular and well-regarded primary school offers a nurturing and supportive environment where both staff and pupils thrive. The school benefits from:

A supportive and approachable Headteacher
A strong community ethos and inclusive culture
1 fortnightly full day dedicated to PPA time
Excellent SEN provision and support
Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
Ongoing professional development opportunities
A collaborative and welcoming staff team

The Ideal Candidate Will:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Have experience teaching within a primary school setting
Demonstrate a strong understanding of the Lower Key Stage 2 curriculum
Be passionate about delivering creative and engaging lessons
Have excellent classroom management skills
Be committed to ensuring every child achieves their full potentialApplications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and strong Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to begin or continue their teaching journey within a supportive school environment - this contract does not support towards the ECT years.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, supporting teachers across London and the surrounding areas. Benefits include:

Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
No umbrella company deductions
Access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses through our partnership with The National College
A user-friendly online portal to manage your availability
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant with over 7 years' experience in education recruitment
Direct communication via phone, email, SMS and WhatsApp
Opportunities to secure permanent positions through long-term placementsIf you are looking for a supportive school where you can make a real impact as a Year 3 Class Teacher and work towards a permanent position, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Lauren Joyner at Tradewind Recruitment by sending your CV to

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