Primary Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Reading; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Well-resourced classrooms

Mentoring and leadership support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Southend is seeking a Primary School Teacher to join our welcoming school community. The role is available Full-Time or Part-Time and includes a permanent, fixed-term or supply opportunities.

You will plan, deliver and assess lessons in line with the national curriculum and support all learners to reach their full potential. The ideal candidate holds QTS (or equivalent), has primary teaching experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• QTS (or equivalent) is required.
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
• Passion for inspiring young learners across year groups.
• Knowledge of current educational practices and assessment frameworks.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress and achievement.
• Differentiate teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils' social and emotional development.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to support pupil success.
• Participate in school activities, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal abilities

Commitment to safeguarding

Passion for inspiring learners

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching in a primary school setting

Experience across multiple primary year groups

Knowledge of current educational practices and assessment frameworks

Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs

Job description

Primary Teacher (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Location: Southend
Salary: £130 - £160 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time | Permanent, Fixed-Term or Supply Opportunities Available
Start Date: 05/10/2026

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and inspiring Primary School Teacher to join our welcoming and supportive school community. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality education, fostering a positive learning environment, and helping every child reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress and achievement.
• Differentiate teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage students' social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to support pupil success.
• Participate in school activities, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• A passion for inspiring young learners.
• Experience teaching across multiple primary year groups.
• Knowledge of current educational practices and assessment frameworks.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Well-resourced classrooms and learning facilities.
• Dedicated leadership and mentoring support.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Join us and help shape the future of our children through outstanding teaching and learning.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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