Job Description
Coopers Lane Primary – Class Teacher
The role
Are you an enthusiastic and hard-working teacher who is looking for an exciting new teaching position? We are looking for a class teacher who has the desire and passion to make a real difference to the lives and life-chances of our children, to join our team in September 2025.
Coopers Lane is a three-form entry school, judged by OFSTED to be a good school. We are a diverse, inner-city school with a strong commitment to inclusive practice and an excellent reputation for teaching and learning. We are a popular community school with high expectations for all of our children. Our school moto is All Different, All Equal, All Smiling and this really captures the heart of Coopers Lane.
Coopers Lane School aims to ensure that no child is left behind. We believe that developing a growth mindset in our children is very important, ensuring that every child believes they can and will achieve. We foster an ethos of mutual respect and positive values for lifelong learning.
This is an exciting opportunity for a great teacher to join the dynamic Coopers Lane team. We are looking for a highly motivated and hard-working teacher who will identify with, promote and maintain the school’s values and positive approach to teaching and learning. You will be joining an enthusiastic team of individuals who are committed to working together in order to improve the lives and life-chances of our children. ECTs are welcome to apply.
If you are an enthusiastic and hard-working teacher who has the desire and passion to make a real difference to the lives and life-chances of our children, then please get in touch.
Location
Coopers Lane Primary School
Pragnell Road
Grove Park
SE12 OLF
020 8857 7680
[email protected]What We Are Looking For
Coopers Lane Primary School is looking for an exceptional classroom practitioner who:
- Has a passion for teaching and high expectations of themselves and the children
- Has excellent teaching skills
- Has clear vision, energy and commitment to all aspects of school life
- Can demonstrate excellent organisational and inter-personal skills
Coopers Lane Primary School can offer you:
- Enthusiastic, friendly children who are eager to learn and a pleasure to teach
- Support and encouragement for continuous professional development
- Strong leadership and supportive staff
- An excellent and very well resourced environment
Salary details
Teachers Main Pay Scale
Further information
If you are interested in joining the team here at Coopers Lane, we would love to welcome you to our school so that you can experience first-hand what it is like to be part of our special community. Visits to the school are very welcome. Please contact Ayse Mehmet in the school office to make an appointment to view the school.
Coopers Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring service. The successful candidate will also be subject to an overseas criminal record, qualifications and reference checks.
Coopers Lane Primary School is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, ethnicity, religion, belief or sexual orientation.
CV’s will NOT be accepted as an application. References will be taken up before interview.
Closing Date
Closing date for completed application forms is Monday 28 th April 2025
Interviews will be held on the week commencing 5 th May 2025
Application form and all other relevant documents are available on our school website, in the Contact tab, under Vacancies.
www.cooperslane.lewisham.sch.uk
Completed applications forms should be returned via the school office email
[email protected]Please visit our website for further information about the school at www.cooperslane.lewisham.sch.uk
The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service.