Year 3 Teacher | Merton | January 2026

A friendly primary school in Merton is recruiting an experienced Year 3 Teacher to join their KS2 phase from January 2026. The Year 3 Teacher will design carefully sequenced lessons that develop subject knowledge, independence and resilience, using assessment to personalise learning and to plan timely interventions. The successful Year 3 Teacher will be a key contributor to phase leadership, moderation and parental engagement. An induction programme will run in the lead-up to January 2026 to support the Year 3 Teacher’s smooth integration. Working in Merton, the Year 3 Teacher will be part of a reflective staff team, benefit from structured CPD and have opportunities to lead curriculum projects. The Year 3 Teacher will contribute to improving outcomes through evidence-informed planning and clear progress tracking. Responsibilities Deliver well-structured Year 3 lessons that promote mastery and creativity. Use assessment evidence to set targets, plan interventions and measure impact. Coordinate with support staff to provide scaffolded learning for a range of needs. Communicate progress and next steps to families and participate in review meetings. Support extra-curricular provision and community partnerships across Merton. Person specification Qualified teacher with recent Key Stage 2 experience and strong Year 3 classroom practice. Effective at planning, assessment and maintaining purposeful classroom routines. Collaborative, reflective and committed to working in the Merton locality. Available to start January 2026 and to participate in induction activities. To be considered for this Year 3 Teacher position, please forward a CV as soon as possible.