Class Teacher
Early Career Teacher starting salary: MPS 1
Salary Range: £40,317
H Hours: Full Time, 32.5 Hours
C Contract: Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Canonbury Primary School is a popular and successful school committed to providing an excellent primary education in all areas of the curriculum, with an emphasis on participation in music, arts and sport. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher who can join our team.
You will be:
- A thriving Early Career Teacher with an ambition for excellence
- A positive role model who inspires a love of learning in your pupils
- Committed to making a difference within and beyond your classroom
- A strong team player who is always looking to develop your practice
We can offer you:
- Children who are self-motivated, eager to try new experiences and proud of their school.
- A community where everyone supports each other to provide the best primary school experience for all children
- Early Career support from experienced and expert colleagues
- An enthusiastic, supportive staff team who have high expectations of themselves and the children.
- Opportunities for professional development
We encourage visits to the school - please contact our School Business Manager, Tracie Gaspard-Kelchure, by email [email protected] for an appointment.
To apply, please go to www.islington.gov.uk and follow the jobs link. If you need any assistance, please email the Schools’ HR Team at [email protected] quoting reference CAN/2404
Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 10th May 2026
Interview: Week commencing Monday 11th May 2026
Canonbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) with barred list check is required for all successful applicants. Also, this post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
In line with KCSIE 2022 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.