KS2 Teacher

Empowering Learning Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is working with a Derby City primary school to recruit a dedicated KS2 Teacher for a full-time maternity-cover role covering Years 5/6 from after October half term until July 2027. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging lessons, manage a Year 5/6 class, assess pupil progress, and work closely with a parallel teacher to ensure consistency across the year group.

QTS is required; ECTs welcomed.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS); applications from ECTs warmly welcomed.
• Recent experience teaching within Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5/6.
• Strong classroom management and ability to support children's development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for a Year 5/6 class.
• Take full responsibility for teaching, pupil progress and daily classroom management.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, provide feedback and support.

Skills

QTS

KS2 experience

Classroom management

ECT welcomed

Job description

KS2 Teacher - Full-Time - Long-Term Supply - Maternity Cover - Derby City

Location: Derby City

Start Date: After October Half Term 2026

Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Supply (until July 2027)

Year Group: Year 5/6

Suitable for: Experienced Teachers and ECTs

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and enthusiastic KS2 Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Derby City on a full-time, long-term supply basis, covering a maternity post from after October half term until July 2027.

We are working in partnership with the school to recruit a committed teacher who can provide continuity for pupils throughout the remainder of the academic year. The successful candidate will take full class teacher responsibility for a Year 5/6 class, delivering high-quality teaching and learning in line with the National Curriculum.

You will work closely with a parallel class teacher within a two-form entry year group, sharing ideas, planning collaboratively and ensuring consistency across the year group.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher seeking a long-term supply position where they can become part of a school community and make a genuine difference to pupils' learning and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons for a Year 5/6 class.
• Take full responsibility for classroom teaching, pupil progress and day-to-day classroom management.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing constructive feedback and appropriate support.
• Mark work in accordance with the school's marking policy.
• Work closely with the parallel class teacher to support collaborative planning and maintain consistency across the year group.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes high expectations and encourages pupils to succeed.
• Attend relevant staff meetings, training sessions and contribute to the wider life of the school.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and support staff.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - applications from ECTs are warmly welcomed.
• Have recent experience teaching within Key Stage 2, ideally within Year 5 or Year 6.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and a passion for supporting children's academic and personal development.
• Be organised, proactive and confident in taking full class teacher responsibility.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be comfortable working collaboratively with a parallel class teacher within a two-form entry year group.
• Be committed to delivering high-quality teaching and maintaining high standards of learning and behaviour.
• Be available to commit to the full duration of the assignment, until July 2027.

In Return, the School Offers:

• A welcoming and inclusive school environment.
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative teaching team.
• The opportunity to work alongside an established parallel class teacher.
• A well-resourced learning environment.
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to pupils throughout a key stage of their education.

If you are a passionate and committed KS2 Teacher looking for a long-term supply opportunity in Derby City, we would love to hear from you.

As a recruitment agency working in partnership with the school, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in line with current safeguarding requirements