KS2 Teacher

Academics Ltd; Chester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily supply work

Short-term & long-term placements

Opportunities across KS2

Regular bookings potential

Competitive daily pay

Local consultant support

Job summary

Academics Ltd is recruiting a KS2 Teacher to join our network across Chester and surrounding areas. The role covers daily supply, short-term and long-term opportunities within Lower and Upper KS2, with flexible hours to fit your availability.

You’ll deliver engaging lessons, manage classrooms, and differentiate for varied abilities, while building strong relationships with pupils and school staff. Competitive pay applies based on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Recent UK primary KS2 teaching experience.
• Solid understanding of the KS2 National Curriculum.
• Strong classroom management and engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, well-structured KS2 lessons aligned with the National Curriculum.
• Create a positive learning environment and build pupil confidence.
• Differentiate tasks to support varying abilities and needs.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and maintain high expectations.
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching accordingly.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and school staff.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiation

Lesson planning

Student motivation

Communication

Education

QTS

Job description

KS2 Teacher - Chester & Surrounding Areas

Location: Chester and surrounding areas

Pay: £130-£160 per day, dependent on experience - MPS available

Contract: Flexible - daily supply, short-term and long-term opportunities

Hours: Full-time and part-time options available

Looking for your next KS2 Teacher opportunity in Chester?

Academics is working with a range of welcoming primary schools across Chester and the surrounding areas, and we're looking for an enthusiastic and committed KS2 Teacher to join our growing network.

What can we offer?

• Daily supply work to fit around your availability.
• Short-term and long-term teaching placements.
• Opportunities across Lower and Upper Key Stage 2.
• Potential for regular bookings in supportive local schools.
• Competitive daily pay, dependent on experience.
• A dedicated local consultant who understands the education and training sector.

What will you be doing?

• Delivering engaging, well-structured lessons in line with the KS2 National Curriculum.
• Creating a positive classroom environment where pupils feel confident and motivated.
• Differentiating lessons to support children of different abilities and learning needs.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively and maintaining high expectations.
• Monitoring pupil progress and adapting teaching to support achievement.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and school staff.

What we’re looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Recent experience teaching in a UK primary school, ideally within KS2.
• A good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to engage, motivate and inspire pupils.
• A flexible, reliable and positive approach to teaching.
• ECTs with relevant KS2 placement experience are also encouraged to apply.

Why choose Academics?

At Academics, we understand that finding the right teaching role is about more than just finding a classroom. We take the time to understand your experience, preferences and career goals, matching you with opportunities that work for you.

If you're looking for KS2 teaching jobs in Chester, Ellesmere Port, or the surrounding Cheshire areas, we'd love to hear from you.

Academics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy