Class Teacher

Temporary Contract: January 2026 – July 2026 (with a view to possibly extending)

Godwin Junior School is a successful, four-form entry junior school in Forest Gate, Newham.  We serve a vibrant and diverse community, where excellent relationships promote a high-quality, inclusive and supportive learning environment in which our children feel safe and valued.

Central to the ethos and vision of our school is the belief that every child can achieve well and that it is our purpose to prepare our children for lifelong success. Our pupils are well-motivated and enjoy actively participating in our ‘aspirational curriculum’ (Ofsted Nov 2023)

We are ‘ambitious for pupils’ academic and personal development’ (Ofsted Nov 2023) and our staff are dedicated to ensuring that each of them has access to the best possible standard of education in order to ensure excellent learning outcomes across the curriculum.

We are seeking to appoint a part-time teacher whose creativity and dynamism will inspire our highly-motivated pupils, instil in them a love of learning and support them to develop their Learning Powers. The role will involve teaching art lessons during PPA cover, as well as covering ECT time.

What makes us unique?

We are proud of…

• our motivated, engaged and well-behaved children, who enjoy learning
• an ethos in which all of our children are supported to discover their talents and be successful
• a dedicated, highly-skilled and welcoming team of teachers and support staff who constantly seek to ensure that all of our children thrive – academically and pastorally
• a leadership team who place our children at the heart of every decision
• a real commitment to high-quality professional learning
• a supportive, diverse community which contributes to our ethos

What makes you unique?

You are…

• inspirational, creative and passionate about teaching
• committed to supporting pupil well-being
• an excellent practitioner who is committed to inclusion and high expectations for all
• a highly-motivated team-player
• reflective and enthusiastic to improve your practice through Continuous Professional Learning

We offer the Inner London Weighting Allowance.

Teachers on the Main Pay Scale are invited to apply.

Deadline for applications: midday Monday 1^st December 2026

Interviews: as soon as mutually convenient

We reserve the right to interview and appoint outstanding candidates prior to this date.

We would be pleased to welcome you to look around after school. Please contact info@godwin.newham.sch.uk to arrange a mutually convenient time.

Please also see our website for more information about the school:  www.godwin.newham.sch.uk

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice & pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any employment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.