KS2 Teacher

Enrich Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Enrich Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher to join a welcoming two-form-entry primary school in Willesden, Brent. You will take responsibility for a Year 5 or Year 6 class and deliver engaging lessons across the KS2 curriculum.

QTS is essential; you should have experience in UK primary settings, strong English and Maths teaching, and the ability to differentiate for varied abilities.

Qualifications

• QTS is required to teach in UK primary schools.
• Experience in UK primary KS2 is essential.
• Ability to teach English and maths to Year 5/6 is required.
• Strong behaviour management and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for teaching and learning in a Year 5 or Year 6 class.
• Plan and deliver engaging KS2 lessons.
• Deliver strong English and maths teaching with clear objectives.
• Differentiate to meet a range of abilities.
• Assess progress and inform future planning.
• Collaborate with parallel class teacher and KS2 team.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and families.

Skills

KS2 teaching

Classroom management

Differentiation

English & Maths instruction

Team collaboration

Education

QTS

Job description

Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher - Willesden, Brent

Location: Willesden, North West London

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Start Date: To be confirmed

Qualification: QTS required

Enrich Education Recruitment is working with a welcoming, two-form-entry primary school in Willesden looking for a confident and enthusiastic Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced KS2 teacher who enjoys delivering engaging lessons, maintaining high expectations and helping pupils develop the knowledge, confidence and independence they need as they approach the end of primary school.

The school is looking for someone who can take ownership of their class, deliver consistently strong teaching and contribute positively to a collaborative year-group team.

With two classes per year group, you'll have the benefit of working closely with a parallel class teacher, sharing ideas, planning and resources while maintaining responsibility for your own pupils.

The Role

• Take responsibility for teaching and learning within a Year 5 or Year 6 class
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the KS2 curriculum
• Deliver strong, well-structured English and Maths teaching
• Differentiate effectively for pupils across a range of abilities
• Challenge higher-attaining pupils and support those working below age-related expectations
• Adapt teaching for pupils with SEN and additional learning needs
• Assess progress and use this information to inform future planning
• Establish clear routines and positive behaviour expectations
• Support pupils in developing independence, resilience and confidence
• Work collaboratively with the parallel class teacher and wider KS2 team
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families
• Prepare pupils for the academic and personal expectations of the next stage of their education

About You

QTS is essential for this position.

• Has experience teaching within a UK primary school
• Has a strong understanding of the Upper KS2 curriculum
• Is confident teaching English and Maths at Year 5 or Year 6 level
• Demonstrates effective classroom and behaviour management
• Can adapt teaching to meet different abilities and learning needs
• Has high expectations for pupil progress and achievement
• Is organised, proactive and reflective in their practice
• Works well collaboratively with other teachers and support staff
• Can build positive relationships and create an inclusive classroom environment

Previous experience teaching Year 5 or Year 6 would be particularly valuable. Strong KS2 teachers with relevant experience in other year groups are also encouraged to apply.

Experience preparing pupils for KS2 SATs would be beneficial, particularly for a Year 6 position.

The School

This is a welcoming, two-form-entry primary school in the Willesden area of Brent.

The school offers a collaborative working environment where teachers can share planning, resources and good practice with colleagues teaching the same year group.

The successful teacher will have the opportunity to become part of a wider school community while benefiting from the support and professional collaboration that comes with a two-form-entry setting.

Located in Willesden, the school is accessible from surrounding areas including Harlesden, Kilburn, Cricklewood, Wembley and other parts of North West London.

This is a strong opportunity for a teacher looking for a school where they can contribute their experience, develop professionally and make a meaningful impact on pupils approaching the end of primary education.

Enrich Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding children. All successful applicants will be subject to relevant compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS, right-to-work checks and satisfactory references.