Primary Teacher

Randstad UK; Watford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Immediate start

Free CPD training

Local guidance from Randstad

Referral rewards

Job summary

Randstad is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Watford to recruit a Qualified Primary Teacher (QTS) for an immediate-start, long-term contract. You will deliver differentiated lessons, lead Teaching Assistants, and support pupils across Key Stage 1 and 2 to achieve high attainment and well-being.

The role requires a solid grasp of the National Curriculum, adaptable teaching methods, strong behaviour management, and collaboration with SENCOs and school leaders to support SEND/EAL

Qualifications

• QTS required for the role.
• Strong knowledge of primary curriculum and adaptive teaching approaches.
• Ability to maintain positive behaviour and a supportive classroom environment.
• Experience collaborating with SENCOs, coordinators and leadership.
• DBS Update Service clearance or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Adapted Curriculum Delivery: plan and deliver differentiated lessons aligned with National Curriculum.
• Core Subject Mastery: use interactive tools and phonics schemes to improve pupil progress.
• Classroom Team Leadership: mentor and supervise teaching assistants to ensure a safe, organised space.
• Progress Assessment & Tracking: monitor pupil milestones and celebrate achievement.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: support SEND and EAL pupils with leaders and SENCO.
• Parental Partnerships: communicate progress with parents and carers.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching

Adaptable pedagogy

Behaviour management

Collaboration

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Teacher

141 - 163 per day

Watford

Are you an imaginative educator seeking an immediate opportunity to inspire young minds and foster a genuine lifelong enthusiasm for learning?

Can you cultivate a structured, high-achieving classroom environment that balances core academic expectations with adaptive, inclusive teaching methods?

Are you looking to secure an immediate-start, long-term teaching role within a supportive primary school in Watford?

Randstad is currently recruiting an exceptional Qualified Primary Teacher (QTS) for an immediate-start, long-term contract at a welcoming partner Primary School in Watford. Covering Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, this progressive primary school provides a rich learning environment dedicated to pupil attainment and well-being. We are seeking a forward-thinking practitioner capable of delivering tailored lessons to diverse capabilities, directing classroom support personnel effectively, and establishing an environment where every pupil thrives.

Your Responsibilities

• Adapted Curriculum Delivery: Formulate and execute differentiated, high-impact lesson plans strictly aligned with National Curriculum guidelines to cater to varied pupil capabilities.
• Core Subject Mastery: Deploy interactive learning tools, practical mathematics strategies, and modern phonics schemes to advance pupil performance.
• Classroom Team Leadership: Direct, mentor, and collaborate with room Teaching Assistants to maintain a safe, highly organised, and positive learning space.
• Progress Assessment & Tracking: Implement structured assessment frameworks to monitor individual pupil milestones, evaluate academic growth, and celebrate achievements.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Liaise closely alongside the SENCO, key stage coordinators, and school leadership to support SEND and EAL pupils effectively.
• Parental Partnerships: Maintain clear, encouraging communication with parents and carers to build a strong home-school connection.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Essential. Open to both experienced primary educators and outstanding Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with UK primary classroom experience.
• Pedagogical Knowledge: Solid grasp of primary curriculum expectations, adaptive teaching methods, and positive behaviour reinforcement.
• Professional Resilience: A calm, compassionate, and grounded approach to maintaining an attentive, supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborative Ethos: A strong commitment to working alongside colleagues to prioritise pupil welfare and achievement.
• Vetting Requirements: Holds an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service (or readiness to complete a new application via Randstad).

Why Partner with Randstad?

• Competitive Daily Rates: 141 - 163 per day
• Immediate Start Placement: Step straight into a rewarding, long-term role at a progressive primary school in Watford equipped with top-tier facilities.
• Free CPD Training: Access certified modules including SEND Strategies, Advanced Safeguarding, and Behavioural Regulation to support your career progression.
• Dedicated Local Guidance: Direct guidance from Neeraj, your specialist recruitment consultant with extensive local Hertfordshire market knowledge.
• Referral Rewards: Earn a 300 retail voucher as a thank you for every qualified teacher or support worker you successfully refer to our team!