KS2 Teachers

Step Teachers; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a KS2 teacher to deliver engaging lessons across the KS2 curriculum in Plymstock and surrounding areas. You will support pupils with diverse needs, maintaining an inclusive classroom and adapting approaches as required.

The role offers flexible short-term and longer placements, with collaboration across schools and teams. Ideal candidates hold QTS or equivalent, have strong KS2 knowledge, and excel in communication and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of the KS2 curriculum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across the KS2 curriculum following provided plans.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and well‑managed classroom environment.
• Adapt teaching approaches to support a range of learning needs.
• Manage behaviour effectively in line with school policies.
• Assess and record pupil progress when required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to whole‑school life during longer‑term placements.

Skills

KS2 curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability across year groups

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

KS2 Teacher – Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately

These flexible opportunities are ideal for teachers who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different primary school settings. You will be supporting pupils in Plymstock and the surrounding areas, delivering high‑quality learning experiences across Key Stage 2.

Duties as KS2 Teacher:

• Deliver engaging lessons across the KS2 curriculum following provided plans
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and well‑managed classroom environment
• Adapt teaching approaches to support a range of learning needs
• Manage behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Assess and record pupil progress when required
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to whole‑school life during longer‑term placements

Ideal KS2 Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of the KS2 curriculum
• Confident behaviour and classroom management skills
• Adaptable across different year groups and school environments
• Positive, organised, and committed to high‑quality teaching
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high‑street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.