KS2 Teacher

Empowering Learning Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming school environment

Supportive leadership

Parallel class teacher collaboration

Well-resourced learning environment

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd is seeking a KS2 Teacher for a Derby City school on a full-time, long-term supply contract to cover maternity leave from after October half term 2026 until July 2027. The role is for a Year 5/6 class in a two-form entry setting, with collaborative planning and strong curriculum delivery.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS and have recent KS2 experience (Year 5/6), excellent classroom management, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Recent experience teaching within Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5/6
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Organised and proactive with ability to take full class responsibility
• Collaborative with parallel class teacher across a two-form entry year group
• Committed to high-quality teaching and pupil development

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons for Year 5/6
• Take full responsibility for teaching, progress and behaviour
• Assess pupil progress and provide feedback
• Mark work per school policy
• Collaborate with parallel teacher to maintain consistency across year group
• Create an inclusive learning environment and promote high expectations
• Attend meetings and contribute to the school community
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff

Skills

QTS

KS2 experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaborative planning

Education

QTS accreditation

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.