KS2 Teacher

Location: Merton, London

Salary: £39,196 - £58,120 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

Contract: Temporary; full-time availability preferred, working pattern to be agreed

Start date: 05/10/2026

Hours: Term time - 8:30 - 3:30 - school day

Transparency Education is seeking a KS2 Teacher in Merton who can help pupils connect ideas, ask thoughtful questions and take pride in their work.

You will plan and deliver the primary curriculum, using assessment to decide when to revisit a concept and when to move learning forward. We are interested in teachers who combine clear explanations with practical ways to engage different learners.

Responsibilities

• Develop coherent lesson sequences across Key Stage 2
• Teach reading, writing and mathematics with appropriate support and challenge
• Use pupil work and assessment to inform future planning
• Create an inclusive classroom with consistent routines
• Coordinate support with teaching assistants and SEND colleagues
• Communicate progress and concerns constructively with parents and carers

Requirements

• UK QTS and relevant primary teaching experience
• Secure knowledge of the KS2 curriculum
• Effective planning, assessment and behaviour-management skills
• A reflective approach and a commitment to helping every pupil participate
• An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to complete one.

What the role offers

• A role with ownership of planning, teaching and pupil progress
• Opportunities to bring creativity and subject knowledge into lessons
• The chance to build sustained working relationships with pupils and families

Share your CV and Key Stage 2 experience to discuss this teaching opportunity in Merton.

Why work via Transparency Education?

Education Transparency Education are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact us directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Transparency Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.