KS2 Teacher Maternity Cover - From January 1st 2027

Teaching Vacancies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking a qualified KS2 teacher for maternity cover at Wessex Gardens Primary and Nursery School. The post starts 1 January 2027 and emphasises Year 6 readiness for secondary education within the National Curriculum and SATs framework.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging, well-paced lessons using modelling strategies, support reading, writing and maths progress, and work closely with staff, families and support teams while upholding safeguarding and inclusion

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience of teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 6.
• Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and end-of-Key-Stage-2 assessment requirements, including SATs.
• Ability to deliver engaging, well-paced lessons using the I do, we do, you do approach.
• Strong understanding of developing pupils' reading fluency, comprehension, writing and maths.
• Experience adapting teaching for SEND and those who speak English as an additional language.
• Effective assessment using evidence of learning to identify gaps and plan next steps.
• Positive behaviour management that builds relationships and a calm classroom.
• High expectations for achievement, independence and wellbeing.
• Prepare pupils for transition to secondary school.
• Strong communication and teamwork with colleagues, staff and families.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and the school's welcoming ethos.
• Reflective approach to teaching and willingness to contribute to school improvement.

Skills

QTS

KS2 teaching

SATs knowledge

Assessment skills

Behaviour management

Communication

Safeguarding

Reflective practice

Job description

KS2 Teacher Maternity Cover - From January 1st 2027

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience of teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 6.
• Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and end-of-Key-Stage-2 assessment requirements, including SATs.
• The ability to deliver engaging, well-paced lessons using clear modelling and the “I do, we do, you do” approach.
• A strong understanding of how to develop pupils’ reading fluency, comprehension, writing and mathematical understanding.
• Experience of adapting teaching to meet different needs, including pupils with SEND and those who speak English as an additional language.
• Effective assessment skills, using evidence of pupils’ learning to identify gaps, plan next steps and provide appropriate challenge.
• Positive, consistent behaviour management that builds strong relationships and promotes a calm, purposeful classroom.
• High expectations for every pupil’s achievement, independence and wellbeing.
• The ability to prepare pupils confidently for the transition to secondary school.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, working closely with colleagues, support staff and families.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and the welcoming ethos of Wessex Gardens Primary and Nursery School.
• A reflective approach to teaching and a willingness to contribute to wider school improvement.

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming, inclusive school with a diverse community and a strong sense of belonging.
• Enthusiastic children who bring curiosity, creativity and a wide range of experiences to their learning.
• A supportive staff team who share ideas and work together to improve outcomes for pupils.
• Approachable leaders who value staff contributions, professional development and wellbeing.
• Opportunities to develop your teaching practice and contribute to curriculum and subject leadership.
• A clear approach to teaching, learning and behaviour, supported by shared routines and expectations.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils in Year 6 as they prepare for secondary school.
• Strong links with local schools, professional networks and university teacher-training providers.
• An onsite swimming pool that enriches pupils’ learning and wider school experiences.
• A school judged Good by Ofsted, with Outstanding Early Years provision, in June 2025.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value and celebrate the cultural diversity of our school community, and seek to promote equality of opportunity for all applicants. Appointments are subject to 2 good references, enhanced DBS check and medical clearance. CVs are not accepted. It is an offence to apply for a position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children (anyone who is on the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) barred lists cannot work in these roles.)