Key Stage 2 Teacher

Smile Education; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an experienced and dedicated Key Stage 2 Teacher for a part-time role in Burton upon Trent. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering lessons, managing classroom behaviour, and supporting students' academic progress. Essential qualifications include Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and recent experience in Key Stage 2. The position requires a commitment from January until February half term, with interviews scheduled for the first week of January.

Qualifications

• Recent and relevant experience teaching Key Stage 2.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Professional, proactive, and flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Planning, delivering, and assessing engaging Key Stage 2 lessons.
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining high expectations.
• Supporting pupils’ academic progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Classroom management

Planning lessons

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Smile Education is proud to be recruiting on behalf of one of our valued partnerships within the Endeavour Multi Academy Trust. We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Key Stage 2 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Burton-on-Trent on a part‑time basis (3 days per week).

About the Role

This is a full class teacher role, and the successful candidate will be expected to fully immerse themselves in all aspects of teaching and learning. Responsibilities will include:

• Planning, delivering, and assessing engaging Key Stage 2 lessons
• Taking full responsibility for the class during working days
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining high expectations
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and leadership
• Supporting pupils’ academic progress and wellbeing

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Recent and relevant experience teaching Key Stage 2
• Availability to commit from January until February half term
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills
• A professional, proactive, and flexible approach

Safeguarding & Compliance

Interviews will take place in the first week of January, with full safeguarding and compliance checks completed. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is required, or a willingness to apply for a new DBS through Smile Education.