KS2 Teacher

The Education Network; South Shields; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate KS2 Teacher for a maternity cover role starting in September 2025. This position offers the chance to work in a welcoming primary school with a dedicated team, focusing on creating a nurturing classroom environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' learning and well-being while enjoying competitive pay rates based on experience. Join a supportive atmosphere where collaboration is valued and every child matters, ensuring a fulfilling teaching experience.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Structured handover period

Dedicated team collaboration

Career support and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong behaviour management skills are essential.
• Empathetic and patient approach needed for supporting pupils.

Responsibilities

• Teach a KS2 class and ensure all pupils make progress.
• Create a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Empathy

Patience

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Education

Job description

KS2 Teacher – Maternity Cover – September Start

Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity in a supportive school? A welcoming primary school is seeking an experienced Teacher to provide maternity cover from September 2025 to April 2026, with the potential for extension.

This role requires a teacher with strong behaviour management skills who can create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment. The successful candidate must be empathetic and patient, especially as several pupils require additional emotional support. The school is looking for someone available to start as soon as possible for a handover period before the maternity leave begins. You will have allocated PPA time with the year group partner and will be expected to attend staff meetings.

Job Role:

1. Teaching a KS2 class, ensuring all pupils make progress.
2. Creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.
3. Managing behaviour effectively, using a nurturing approach.
4. Working collaboratively with your year group partner during PPA time.
5. Attending staff meetings and contributing to the wider school community.

In return, you will enjoy:

• A welcoming and supportive school environment.
• A well-structured handover period to ensure a smooth transition.
• Working with a dedicated team that values collaboration.
• Competitive pay rates based on experience and qualifications.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ learning and well-being.

If you are interested in this KS2 Teacher opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact Mike at The Education Network. Not the role for you? Ask the team about our other Primary Teaching vacancies or refer a Primary Teacher to benefit from our referral scheme.

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team has over 25 years of combined experience and an unrivalled reputation within the education market. We pride ourselves on high service levels, offering honest and efficient recruitment solutions, along with additional training and development opportunities. You will receive personalized career support from our team.

Enjoy working in a friendly, caring, and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Our highly supportive, committed, and hardworking consultants will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs. This is an excellent opportunity to develop professionally and earn competitive rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments are subject to stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. We are an equal opportunities employer and recruit to Compliance+ standards.

Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 days.