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Hillcross Primary School · Morden · Merton

Job description

Leading teaching and learning in Reception, nurturing, motivating and challenging children so that they make the best possible progress both academically and personally. You will contribute to the creation of a safe and inspiring learning environment that enables all children to achieve success. Those candidates not in the first year of teaching will be asked to lead or support a subject or area of responsibility.

This position would suit an experienced Teacher.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is committed to our mission, vision and values

  • Is able to use a range of learning strategies creatively and make appropriate adaptations in order to support the learning of all children across the curriculum

  • Is highly ambitious and has the ability and determination to inspire and motivate children to achieve their best

  • Effectively secures high levels of achievement and emotional well-being for every child

  • Is an approachable, empathetic team player who holds high expectations of themselves and others

  • Is able to communicate effectively with all members of the school community

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About this school

Hillcross Primary School

Community school · Primary · Ages 3–11

Not rated
Pupils
448
Avg teacher salary
£58,961
Pupil:teacher ratio
26.6:1

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Morden, Merton, SM4 4EE

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Contract
Fixed term or temporary
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
30 June 2026
Closing date
30 September 2026

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