Class Teacher

Connex Education; Colchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Colchester is seeking a dedicated Class Teacher for KS1 or KS2 for a long-term supply role. The position starts in September 2025 and requires commitment to delivering high-quality education in a supportive environment. The teacher will engage students through differentiated lessons and ensure an inclusive classroom atmosphere, contributing to their overall learning and wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)

Access to professional development and CPD opportunities

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in KS1 or KS2.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum.
• DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to assessment.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Knowledge

Communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

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Class Teacher – KS1 or KS2 (Long-Term Supply)
Location: Colchester
Salary: MPS (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Long-term Supply
Start Date: September 2025
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

About the Role

Connex Education is working with a friendly and community-focused primary school in the Colchester area to recruit a dedicated KS1 or KS2 Class Teacher for a long-term supply role starting in September 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and adaptable teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality education and making a positive impact on pupils’ learning and wellbeing. You’ll be joining a supportive staff team and working in a setting that values inclusion, creativity, and the development of the whole child.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the national curriculum for KS1 or KS2
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all pupils can thrive
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to ongoing assessment and reporting
• Work collaboratively with support staff, colleagues, and parents/carers to ensure pupil needs are met
• Promote high standards of behaviour, engagement, and learning across the class
• Full-time, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
• Long-term supply role for the full academic year, with the potential for extension

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Experience teaching in KS1 or KS2
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum and effective teaching strategies
• A flexible and proactive approach to classroom management and planning
• A DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through Connex

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive weekly pay (PAYE)
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Opportunities to work with a range of local schools and multi-academy trusts

If you're a motivated and reliable primary teacher looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a supportive school environment and make a lasting difference.

All offers are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.