LKS1 Teacher

Supply Desk Ltd; Farnham Royal; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd partners with a welcoming primary school in SL2 to appoint a dedicated Year 2 Teacher. The role suits an Early Career or experienced KS1 teacher aiming to support pupils through a crucial transition into KS2.

You will deliver engaging lessons aligned with the KS1 curriculum, manage a positive classroom, assess progress, and collaborate with teaching assistants and staff to nurture reading, writing, maths and phonics skills.

Qualifications

• QTS desirable; KS1 or Early Years experience.
• Strong KS1 curriculum knowledge and assessment expectations.
• Excellent classroom management and organisation.
• Creative, engaging and structured teaching style.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with the KS1 curriculum.
• Support pupils' development in reading, writing, maths and phonics.
• Prepare pupils for KS1 SATs.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress to inform teaching.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Encourage pupil independence, resilience and confidence.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and the wider school team.

Skills

QTS

KS1/ Early Years experience

KS1 curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 2 Teacher (Full-Time)

SL2 Primary School Setting
ASAP Start MPS/UPS

Supply Desk is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in SL2 to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 2 Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career or experienced Key Stage 1 teacher to join a nurturing school environment and support pupils at a crucial stage in their primary education.

This role would suit a passionate and adaptable teacher with a strong understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum, who is committed to delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupils as they prepare for their transition into Key Stage 2.

The Role

As a Year 2 Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering a broad and balanced curriculum, creating a positive and structured classroom environment where pupils feel supported, challenged, and motivated to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 national curriculum
• Supporting pupils development in reading, writing, maths, and phonics
• Preparing pupils for end of Key Stage 1 assessments (SATs)
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, using data to inform teaching and interventions
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• Encouraging pupil independence, resilience, and confidence
• Providing targeted support for pupils of varying abilities, including SEN
• Building strong relationships with parents, carers, and staff
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and the wider school team

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Desirable
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 1 or Early Years
• Strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum and assessment expectations
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills
• A creative, engaging, and structured teaching style
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Desirable:

• Experience in Year 2
• Knowledge of phonics programmes (e.g. Read Write Inc, Letters and Sounds)
• Experience preparing pupils for KS1 SATs
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs (SEN)

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to join a supportive and friendly school environment
• Well-resourced Key Stage 1 setting
• Long-term stability
• Ongoing professional development and support
• Opportunity to support pupils at a key transition point into KS2