Current Vacancies

We have exciting opportunities at Downsview!  

Vacancy - 1 - THIS IS NOW CLOSED

Roles:                EYFS Class Teacher - Full time

Start Date:       September 2025

Salary:              ECT- UPS

Location:           Downsview Primary School

Responsible to:  Headteacher

 'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.’ -Aristotle

Downsview Primary and Nursery School is thrilled to offer an opportunity for an exceptional EYFS Reception Class Teacher to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality education and care for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). You will create a nurturing and stimulating environment that fosters children's learning and development, ensuring each child reaches their full potential. You’ll work closely with colleagues to embody the ethos and values of Downsview Primary and Nursery School, while supporting the wellbeing and progress of all our children.

We are looking for someone who is dynamic and proactive, someone who can make a real difference in the lives of our children. You should be self-motivated, able to work effectively as part of a committed team, and have the ability to inspire our children to become confident, life-long learners equipped for life in the 21st century.

At Downsview, we pride ourselves on being a diverse and vibrant community. As you join us, you will become part of a friendly and supportive environment, where every member of our team is valued, and where we work collaboratively with our enthusiastic children and respectful parents. Our mission is to ensure that our children receive diverse and enriching learning experiences, fostering their growth into confident individuals.

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in early childhood education and want to be part of a team dedicated to excellence, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us inspire the next generation!

Are you:

• An inspirational and innovative teacher whose teaching is of high quality?

• A good communicator?

• Self-motivated and well organised?

• Committed to working in partnership with children and their parents to ensure the best possible outcomes for each individual child?

• Reflective practitioner who seeks to develop, as an individual, part of the team and our school?

• A team player who is prepared to play an active role in school life?

We can offer you:

• A friendly and dedicated staff team, who go above and beyond for our community.

• A vibrant and diverse school community.

• Values education, underpinning everything we do.

• A well-resourced school with excellent ICT facilities.

• The support of a Year group team, with time for collaborative planning.

• High quality professional development and accelerated promotion opportunities.

Closing date & Shortlisting:               7^th March 2025

Interviews:                                       13^th March 2025

Please email applications through to:  hr@downsview.croydon.sch.uk

Vacancy - 2 - THIS IS NOW CLOSED

Roles:                Class Teacher - Full time (EYFS-Y6)

Start Date:       September 2025

Salary:              ECT- UPS

Location:           Downsview Primary School

Responsible to:  Headteacher

 'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.’ -Aristotle

At Downsview School, we believe that true education goes beyond academics—it’s about fostering the heart, mind, and spirit of every child. As we continue our journey towards excellence, we are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and dedicated individual to join our team and make a lasting impact on the lives of our students.

Our school is built on a foundation of Love, Cooperation, Resilience, Diversity, Responsibility, and Trust—values that guide everything we do. We are proud to uphold our Golden Rule: Respect. These values shape our community and provide a nurturing environment where every child can grow and flourish.

We are seeking an exceptional candidate who shares these core values and is ready to bring energy, passion, and creativity to our school. As part of our diverse and vibrant community, you’ll have the opportunity to inspire and support the wellbeing and progress of all our children, empowering them to become confident, lifelong learners.

In this role, you'll work alongside a committed team of staff, enthusiastic children, and supportive parents, all united in our shared commitment to excellence. If you're a dynamic, self-motivated individual with a passion for education, we want you to help us ensure that our students receive a rich, diverse learning experience that prepares them for success in the 21st century.

If you're excited to be part of a friendly, inclusive, and supportive school community, we’d love to hear from you. Join us, and together we’ll continue to inspire future leaders who live with respect, resilience, and responsibility.

Are you:

• An inspirational and innovative teacher whose teaching is of high quality?

• A good communicator?

• Self-motivated and well organised?

• Committed to working in partnership with children and their parents to ensure the best possible outcomes for each individual child?

• Reflective practitioner who seeks to develop, as an individual, part of the team and our school?

• A team player who is prepared to play an active role in school life?

We can offer you:

• A friendly and dedicated staff team, who go above and beyond for our community.

• A vibrant and diverse school community.

• Values education, underpinning everything we do.

• A well-resourced school with excellent ICT facilities.

• The support of a Year group team, with time for collaborative planning.

• High quality professional development and accelerated promotion opportunities.

Closing date & Shortlisting:               27^th February 2025

Interviews: Week commencing          10^th March 2025

Please email applications through to:  hr@downsview.croydon.sch.uk

Vacancy - 3

Role:                  Extended Schools Support Assistant

Working Hours:      3 hours between 3.00pm – 6.15pm

Hours per Week:     9 hours per week term time only, including Inset days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)

Salary:               Grade 2 (spine point 3-5) (FTE £27,729 - £28,521) pro rata

Contract Type:       Fixed term contract for academic year 2024/2025 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring, innovative and friendly Support Assistant to work with our Extended Schools Team.

The Support Assistant must be knowledgeable in all aspects of school club operation and have experience in working with children aged 4-11 years.

The role will involve:

• Ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of the children
• Supervising and supporting the children in play and work activities, including the use of ICT skills in various media platforms
• Promoting healthy choices and active outdoor learning.
• Ensuring that the areas of the school used are left fit for purpose at the end of each session.

Job Requirements

• Undertaking appropriate and relevant training in first aid and safeguarding
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and use of English to ensure the well-being of the children
• Experience of working with children aged 4 – 11 years in a play based setting
• Awareness of national standards in childcare and the Early Years Foundation Stage is important but not essential
• Show creativity in planning a variety of activities

Desirable

• Experience preferred, but not necessary as full training will be provided to the right candidates.
• Certificate in Safeguarding
• Paediatric or First Aid at Work Certificate or willingness to train
• Use of technology, covering all media platforms

Interviews: As applications are received

Please email applications through to: hr@downsview.croydon.sch.uk

Vacancy - 4 - THIS IS NOW CLOSED

Role:            Learning Support Assistant - 5 days per week - Maternity cover

                            Term time only 8.30am-3.30pm - 45-minute unpaid break

Start Date:        ASAP

Salary:            Grade 2 (spine point 3-5) (FTE £27,729 - £28,521) pro rata

Location:            Downsview Primary School

Responsible to:   Deputy Headteacher

'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.’ - Aristotle

Downsview has a diverse and vibrant community and, as a school, we benefit from a rich variety of cultures and traditions. Our school has a committed and dedicated staff with enthusiastic and friendly children and parents. We offer exciting and creative learning opportunities.   We are looking to employ exceptional staff who share our values and determination to ensure that Downsview children receive memorable experiences on their journey to becoming confident, life-long learners.

We are looking for a creative, motivated and excellent Learning Support Assistant who would relish the opportunity to join our innovative, inclusive team.

Applicants are required to demonstrate:

• Previous experience working with primary age children and a willingness to work across the school;
• Good Literacy and Numeracy skills, relevant experience or at least NVQ Level 2 qualifications/ equivalent;
• The ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding roles and responsibilities within a classroom and a school;
• Strong interpersonal skills with a positive attitude, reflective and with a willingness to improve their practice;
• Able to build strong working relationships with all members of the school community.

Closing date: 4th April 2025
Interviews:    As applications are received

Please email applications through to: hr@downsview.croydon.sch.uk

Downsview Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References for short listed candidates will be sought prior to interview and an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS will be completed on the successful applicant.  We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

In line with recommendations in Keeping Safe In Education 2024, a basic internet search for all shortlisted candidates will take place.  No decisions about hiring will be based solely on the personal information found in online searches and a candidate will always be given the opportunity to address any issues or concerns highlighted in the search during interview.

Photographic identification and certificates of all relevant qualifications will need to be provided at interview stage.

In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the expected provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018) the school is responsible for holding and protecting personal data.  The school is required to share some data with the Local Authority and the DfE.  For further information on who we share data with, please see our Privacy Notices which you can find by following the link: https://www.downsview.croydon.sch.uk/gdpr-data-protection/

Downsview is GDPR compliant and is registered with the ICO.