LKS1 Teacher

Supply Desk; West Drayton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS check

Safer Recruitment standards

Job summary

Supply Desk is partnering with a welcoming primary school in West Drayton to recruit a Year 2 Teacher. The role suits an Early Career or experienced KS1 teacher dedicated to supporting pupils through a key transition to KS2.

As a Year 2 Teacher, you will deliver a broad, balanced KS1 curriculum, manage a positive classroom, and support pupils to achieve reading, writing, maths, and phonics targets. DBS checks and Safer Recruitment compliance apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – desirable.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 1 or Early Years.
• Strong KS1 curriculum knowledge and assessment expectations.
• Excellent classroom management and organisation.
• Creative, engaging, and structured teaching style.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in Year 2 and phonics programmes.
• Experience preparing pupils for KS1 SATs.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons aligned to the KS1 national curriculum.
• Support reading, writing, maths and phonics development.
• Prepare pupils for end of KS1 SATs.
• Monitor progress and inform interventions with data.
• Create an inclusive, supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and school staff.

Skills

Classroom management

Phonics

Differentiated instruction

KS1 teaching

Communication

SEN support

Education

QTS (desirable)

Job description

West Drayton | Primary School Setting | ASAP Start

Supply Desk is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in West Drayton 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.

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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)

• 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

If you are a passionate Year 2 Teacher looking for a rewarding full-time role in West Drayton, we would love to hear from you.

01494 840527 | 01753 465 256
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All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.