Year 3 Class Teacher

<strong>Year 3 Class Teacher - South Croydon</strong> <p><strong>South Croydon | Full-Time | Maternity Cover</strong></p> <p>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.</p> <p>This is a full-time position starting in September 2026 on a long-term but temporary basis through Tradewind Recruitment, ongoing until February 2026. </p> <strong>About the School</strong> <p>This popular and well-regarded primary school offers a nurturing and supportive environment where both staff and pupils thrive. The school benefits from:</p> <ul> <li>A supportive and approachable Headteacher</li><li>A strong community ethos and inclusive culture</li><li>1 fortnightly full day dedicated to PPA time</li><li>Excellent SEN provision and support</li><li>Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning</li><li>Ongoing professional development opportunities</li><li>A collaborative and welcoming staff team</li></ul> <strong>The Ideal Candidate Will:</strong> <ul> <li>Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)</li><li>Have experience teaching within a primary school setting</li><li>Demonstrate a strong understanding of the Lower Key Stage 2 curriculum</li><li>Be passionate about delivering creative and engaging lessons</li><li>Have excellent classroom management skills</li><li>Be committed to ensuring every child achieves their full potential</li></ul> <p>Applications 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.</p> <strong>Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?</strong> <p>Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, supporting teachers across London and the surrounding areas. Benefits include:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE</li><li>No umbrella company deductions</li><li>Access to over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses through our partnership with The National College</li><li>A user-friendly online portal to manage your availability</li><li>Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant with over 7 years' experience in education recruitment</li><li>Direct communication via phone, email, SMS and WhatsApp</li><li>Opportunities to secure permanent positions through long-term placements</li></ul> <p>If 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.</p> <p><strong>To apply, please contact Lauren Joyner at Tradewind Recruitment by sending your CV to </strong></p>