Primary Teacher

REESON Education; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term maternity cover

Support from REESON Education

12-month contract opportunity

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking an experienced Primary KS2 teacher for Year 4 in Manchester for a full-time maternity cover. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum, manage a classroom, and track pupil progress.

Starting after October half-term, the role requires strong classroom management and safeguarding with collaboration across the school. The position runs for 12 months with school support and a welcoming team, offering a solid opportunity to contribute

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching in a UK primary school, particularly within Key Stage 2.
• Year 4 teaching experience is highly desirable.
• QTS and the ability to teach across the Key Stage 2 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Ideally lead a Year 4 class, ensuring pupils make consistent academic progress.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment with good behaviour and engagement.
• Assess pupils' work, track progress, and adapt teaching strategies to individual needs.
• Differentiate learning to ensure all pupils access the curriculum and progress.
• Safeguard pupil welfare and adhere to safeguarding policies.
• Collaborate with colleagues and leaders to ensure continuity during the maternity cover.

Skills

Effective classroom management

Curriculum planning & assessment

Differentiated instruction

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Role: Primary Key Stage 2 Teacher (Year 4)
Location: Manchester
Salary Scale: £142 - £212 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: After October Half Term
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term

Are you an experienced and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for a full-time, long-term opportunity in Key Stage 2, particularly in Year 4?

Reeson Education are urgently seeking an experienced Primary Key Stage 2 Teacher, ideally with strong Year 4 teaching experience, to join a supportive primary school for a full‑time, long‑term maternity cover position. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and committed teacher who can deliver high-quality teaching, maintain excellent classroom standards, and support pupils' academic and personal development over a 12‑month period.

About the Role

You will take responsibility for teaching a Key Stage 2 class, ideally Year 4, delivering engaging and effective lessons that meet the needs of all learners. Starting after October half term, this full‑time maternity cover role will require an experienced teacher who can confidently manage a classroom, maintain continuity of learning, and contribute positively to the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Teaching & Learning: Plan and deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Year 4 Classroom Teaching: Ideally lead a Year 4 class, ensuring pupils make consistent academic progress and develop confidence in their learning.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a positive, inclusive, and well‑organised learning environment that promotes good behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Assessment & Progress Monitoring: Assess pupils' work, track progress, and adapt teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs.
• Differentiated Learning: Provide appropriate support and challenge to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum and achieve their potential.
• Safeguarding & Wellbeing: Promote pupil welfare and adhere to the school's safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues, school leaders, and support staff to ensure continuity of teaching and learning throughout the maternity cover period.

To succeed as a Primary KS2 Teacher, you will need

• Proven experience teaching in a UK primary school, particularly within Key Stage 2.
• Year 4 teaching experience is highly desirable.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the ability to teach confidently across the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to maintain high standards of behaviour and learning.
• A proven ability to plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons that support pupil progress.
• The confidence and experience to take full responsibility for a class from the start of the placement.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through Reeson Education.

Benefits

• A full‑time, long‑term teaching opportunity for 12 months.
• A start date immediately after October half term.
• The opportunity to teach within Key Stage 2, with a particular focus on Year 4.
• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to pupils' academic progress and development.
• Support from Reeson Education throughout the recruitment and placement process.
• The opportunity to build a strong professional relationship with the school during an extended maternity cover assignment.

Applicants must meet all relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment requirements, including holding an enhanced DBS on the update service or being willing to apply for a new one.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%