KS2 Teacher

Qegs Mat; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading educational trust as a KS2 Teacher at St John's CofE Primary School, located in Wetley Rocks, Stoke on Trent. You will deliver engaging lessons, support pupil development, and contribute to a dynamic school environment. The role is part-time, offers competitive salary based on experience, and promises ample opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Access to continuous professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Automatic Pay Review Program

Teacher Pension Scheme employer contributions

Family friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience of in year and end of year assessments and SATs essential.
• Have taught in a variety of age groups essential.
• Knowledge of current educational trends and initiatives essential.

Responsibilities

• Implement and deliver a broad, balanced curriculum.
• Facilitate, support and monitor the overall progress of pupils.
• Teach assigned group according to educational needs.

Skills

Hard working

Energy, enthusiasm and warmth

Flexibility

Adaptability

Can-do attitude

Outstanding Teacher

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

St John's CofE Primary School is a proud member of QEGSMAT. The Trust’s values are for students to ‘Question, Explore; Give; and Succeed’. Our exceptional staff, strong leadership, motivated children, as well as excellent facilities, provide the successful formula for this.

KS2 Teacher

KS2 Teacher

Ref: SCH-QM-0195 3 day(s) remaining Establishment: St John's CofE Primary School Location: Wetley Rocks, Stoke on Trent, ST9 0BN Salary: MPS/UPS £31,650 - £49,084 Department: Teaching Staff Job Type: Part Time Key Stage: Key Stage 2 Closing Date:08/06/2025 00:00 Interview Date: w/c 16th June 2025 Start Date: September 2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 13.00 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: MPS/ UPS- £31,650 - £49,084

The Role

PURPOSE OF THE POST:

Purpose:

• Implement and deliver an appropriate broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils, incorporating the National Curriculum requirements and in line with the curriculum policies of the school;
• Facilitate, support and monitor the overall progress and development of a designated group of pupils;
• Foster a learning environment and educational experience which provides children with the opportunity to fulfil their individual potential;
• Share in the development of the school curriculum, courses of study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and their review;
• Support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding children.

Main Duties

• Teach pupils in their assigned group according to their educational needs, including the setting and marking of work to be carried out by the pupils in school and elsewhere;
• Plan their teaching to achieve optimum progression in pupil’s learning;
• Identify clear teaching objectives and content, appropriate to the subject matter and the pupils being taught, and specify how these will be taught and assessed;
• Set tasks for the whole class, individuals or groups, which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest;
• Set appropriately demanding expectations of pupil’s learning, motivation and presentation of work;
• Set clear targets for pupil’s learning which they share and understand;
• Direct and supervise the work of Teaching Assistants in their classroom;
• Assess progress, development and attainment of pupils and keep such records as are required by the school’s systems;
• Co-operate and liaise with other professionals, including fellow staff and colleagues from external agencies (for example, specialist teachers from the LA support services, health professionals and social workers);
• Ensure a high quality learning experience for pupils, which meets internal and external quality standards;
• Use a variety of a delivery methods appropriate to students’ learning styles and the varying demands of curriculum;
• Provide a positive, and conducive and safe learning environment, encouraging high standards in punctuality, presentation of work and relationships;
• Set high expectations for pupils’ behaviour and maintain a good standard of discipline through well-focused teaching, fostering positive relationships and implementing the school’s behaviour policy.
• In accordance with the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, there is a requirement for all teachers to contribute to the development of the school curriculum, teaching methods and their review. The tasks expected of the teacher may include the following and there may be dedicated time (if appropriate) to address some of the tasks:
• Collate and analyse information relating to the standards achieved by pupils for presentation to the Leadership Team, governors and QEGSMAT;
• Lead a curriculum area;
• Secure and allocate the resources necessary to deliver the curriculum within an allocated budget;
• Advise and support other members of staff on the content and delivery of the curriculum;
• Support and adhere to the school’s quality assurance procedures.

Generic Responsibilities

• Contribute to the personal, social, health, citizenship and enterprise education of pupils according to school policy;
• Actively engage in the school’s performance management appraisal system;
• Contribute to the formulation and implementation of the Academy Improvement Plan and associated actions plans, as appropriate;
• Play a full part in the life of the school community and support its ethos;
• Follow and actively promote the school’s policies;
• Comply with health and safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate;
• Communicate effectively with parents of pupils and with persons or bodies outside the school who are concerned with the welfare of pupils, after consultation with appropriate staff;
• Actively pursue own personal and professional development;
• Any further duties which may from time to time, reasonably be required by the Headteacher.
• Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality.
• Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the statutory frameworks which set out their professional duties and responsibilities.
• This job description is current at the date shown, but in consultation, may be changed by the Headteacher/Governors to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the scale and job title.
• Appointment to this role is subject to the current conditions of employment of teachers contained in the School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document, the Education Act 1997, the required standards for Qualified Teacher Status, other current educational legislation, and the school’s articles of government

Why work for us?

• At QEGSMAT, we value the hard work and dedication of our team members, and as such we believe that progression should be a simple process. That’s why we are proud to offer an Automatic Pay Review program, rather than the traditional annual pay and performance review, as part of our comprehensive benefits package.
• Continual access to CPD opportunities. QEGSMAT works with a large number of organisations to develop staff to fulfil their aspirations and potential. We are committed to providing first-rate training and development to all our staff within this evolving Trust.
• We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination, and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
• All staff have access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which provides confidential, independent and unbiased information and guidance 24/7.This can also include bespoke counselling sessions for staff if needed.
• All roles are subject to nationally agreed terms and conditions of service.
• With access to Teacher Pension Scheme employer contributions of 28.68%.
• Family friendly policies
• Access to Flu Vaccines
• Opportunity to work flexibly
• Access to 750+ discounts on everyday essentials via our benefits package with Vivup

Benefits

OtherBlue Light Card Access to lots of discounts for just £5 every two years Discount for Teachers Exclusive discounts, cashback & vouchers for Teachers & Education Staff. For teaching assistants, headteachers, administrators, and everyone in between. Employee Benefits with Vivup Access to 750+ discounts on everyday essentials

Skills

QualificationsQualified Teacher Status Essential Involvement in continuous professional development DesirablePersonal AttributesHard working Essential Energy, enthusiasm and warmth Essential Flexibility Essential Adaptability Essential A 'can do' attitude Essential Embraces a Growth Mindset philosophy and believes in every child EssentialExperience/KnowledgeKnowledge of current educational trends and initiatives Essential Ability to support less able children and extend the more able Essential Knowledge of what constitutes effective teaching and learning including different styles of learning Essential Knowledge and understanding of effective behaviour management strategies and the ability to put these into practice Essential Ability to deliver well planned and stimulating lessons across the curriculum and ability range Essential Understanding of the National Curriculum EssentialRelevant SkillsEvidence of planning, organisation, implementation, assessment and record keeping Essential Willingness and ability to contribute to extra-curricular activities Desirable Willingness and ability to contribute to whole school development Desirable Ability to establish sound professional relationships with children, colleagues and parents Essential Organisation and communication skills Essential Competency in ICT and ability to use ICT across the curriculum Essential Ability to help pupils become independent learners Essential High expectations of pupils to do their very best and make significant progress Essential Ability to maintain an orderly, attractive and well managed classroom Essential Outstanding Teacher Essential Willingness and ability to contribute to whole school development DesirableExperienceExperience of in year and end of year assessments and SATs Essential Have taught in a variety of age groups Essential

Related Documents

Application GuidanceApplication Guidance.pdf Download Candidate Pack KS2 Teacher - May 2025Candidate Pack KS2 Teacher - May 25.pdf Download

Safeguarding Information

QEGSMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list.

All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. The Trust is also a United Kingdom Immigration and Vetting Sponsor therefore, sponsorship for skilled worker visas may be available.

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found - https://www.qegsmat.com/documents/safeguarding

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

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Mill Lane
Wetley Rocks
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST9 0BN

Our school is in the village of Wetley Rocks in between Leek, Cheadle and Stoke on Trent.Our semi-rural location and single-form entry means we are a smaller school catering for approximately 190 3-11 years.