Classroom Teacher (Primary)

Randstad Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education consultancy is seeking an inspirational Primary Teacher for a primary school in Birmingham. The successful candidate will design engaging lessons tailored to diverse needs, moderate assessments, and lead projects that celebrate diversity. With a focus on well-being, this role also involves setting learning targets and leading Teaching Assistants. Ideal applicants will have QTS, experience in Key Stage 1, and excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers career development opportunities and support throughout your teaching journey.

Benefits

Bespoke CPD training

£300 referral vouchers

Access to exclusive permanent vacancies

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Successful experience teaching a Key Stage 1 class in a diverse urban setting.
• Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills required.
• Must have a current Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for EAL learners.
• Participate in assessment moderation cycles ensuring accuracy.
• Lead community projects that celebrate pupil diversity.

Skills

Effective EAL teaching methodologies

Phonics instruction (e.g., Read Write Inc.)

Collaboration with a multicultural parent body

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Can you skillfully tailor the curriculum to meet the varying academic, cultural, and social needs present in a diverse urban classroom?

Are you adept at building strong, reciprocal partnerships with parents from all backgrounds to support learning at home and school?

Do you view inclusion as a core strength and thrive on creating lessons that are accessible yet highly challenging for all learners?

At Randstad Education, we look beyond the placement. We are committed to building long‑term teaching careers, offering unparalleled support, professional development opportunities, and exclusive access to the best vacancies amongst our partner schools across the West Midlands.

This ambitious and rapidly improving primary school, located in the Birmingham area, is dedicated to staff well‑being and innovative teaching practices. The school places a high value on developing resilient, globally aware citizens and offers a supportive environment where teachers are encouraged to embrace creative, project‑based learning to engage their diverse pupil population. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school committed to continuous improvement.

Roles & Responsibilities

The Class Teacher will assume accountability for:

• Inclusive Curriculum: Design, plan, and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that actively incorporate strategies for EAL learners and pupils with SEN.
• Assessment Moderation: Participate fully in internal and external assessment moderation cycles, ensuring accurate and consistent teacher assessments (particularly for KS1 SATs).
• Community Projects: Lead and coordinate cross‑curricular projects or school events that celebrate pupil diversity and integrate local community resources.
• Well‑being Focus: Act as the primary advocate for pupil well‑being, liaising with school leaders and external agencies (e.g., CAMHS, social services) as necessary.
• Team Leadership: Provide clear, timely direction and ongoing informal training to the assigned Teaching Assistants within the classroom.
• Target Setting: Set ambitious yet realistic learning targets, clearly communicating progress and next steps to pupils and their families.

Requirements

The ideal candidate for this role will meet the following criteria:

• Certification: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience: Recent, successful experience teaching a Key Stage 1 class (Year 1 or Year 2) in a diverse urban setting.
• Skills: Demonstrable knowledge of effective EAL teaching methodologies and phonics instruction (e.g., Read Write Inc.).
• Interpersonal: Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills required for working effectively with a multicultural parent body.
• Compliance: Must possess a current Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

Benefits

• Career Pathway: Access to bespoke CPD training focused on leadership in diverse settings.
• Reward Scheme: Refer a friend and receive £300 in Love2Shop vouchers (T&Cs apply).
• Stability: Access to exclusive permanent vacancies and career progression advice.
• Support Network: Dedicated consultant support and expert guidance throughout your career.

Apply Now!

If you are an inspirational Primary Teacher ready to thrive in a nurturing and diverse Manchester school, submit your application today!

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