Primary Teacher - Year 2

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is supporting a one-form-entry community Primary School in Lambeth that is seeking a Year 2 Class Teacher.

The role covers full class teacher responsibilities within KS1, including planning, delivering engaging lessons, assessing pupils and supporting diverse learning needs. Starts January 2027 with a 12-week temp-to-perm path to a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Has strong experience teaching across KS1, with specific Year 2 experience.
• Has a secure understanding of the Year 2 curriculum.
• Can confidently take full responsibility for a class and hit the ground running.
• Is committed to creating a positive, engaging learning environment.
• Works well as part of a supportive school team.
• Reliable and consistent
• Able to build an excellent rapport with pupils

Responsibilities

• Planning, preparation and delivery of engaging lessons, assessment and supporting the wider needs of pupils.
• Take on full class teacher responsibilities and manage the Year 2 class.
• Collaborate with school team to monitor progress and adapt teaching as needed.

Skills

KS1 experience

Year 2 experience

Classroom management

Team player

Reliability

Pupil rapport

Job description

Primary Teacher - Year 2

Location: Lambeth, South London

Role: Year 2 Class Teacher

Contract: Full-time

Start date: January 2027

Duration: Temp to Perm contract available - with the opportunity to be permanent after 12 weeks!

Are you an experienced KS1 Teacher looking for a new opportunity in a forward-thinking primary school?

Tradewind Recruitment are proud to be supporting the recruitment of a Year 2 Class Teacher for a one-form-entry community Primary School based in the borough of Lambeth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Year 2 Teacher seeking a long-term contract, or, their next permanent role. We can offer a 12 week temp to perm, meaning, you can assess the contract before committing permanently - if you are happy, you can join the school as a permanent member of staff in as little as 3 months!

The Role

You will take on full class teacher responsibilities, including planning, preparation and delivery of engaging lessons, assessment and supporting the wider needs of your pupils.

• Has strong experience teaching across KS1, with specific Year 2 experience.
• Has a secure understanding of the Year 2 curriculum.
• Can confidently take full responsibility for a class and hit the ground running.
• Is committed to creating a positive, engaging learning environment.
• Works well as part of a supportive school team.
• Reliable and consistent
• Able to build an excellent rapport with pupils

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming school where you can make a real impact. By joining this school, you will be contracted from January to July 2027, with the opportunity to be offered a permanent role sooner than this. You will be supported by a long-standing Headteacher and SLT who have built a positive culture of supporting one another in the school.

Pay

This position is offered to Teachers within the Main Pay Scale (MPS1 - MPS6), equivalent to £213.99 - £277.59 per in a daily rate equivalent via PAYE on a weekly basis. ECTs will be offered MPS1 with pay scale offers based on experience.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, partnering with a wide network of schools across London.

You will benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE - No Umbrella Companies deducting from your earnings!
• The exposure and opportunity to work across various primary schools in the area
• Access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses via our partnership with The National College - https://www.twrecruitment.com/schools/the-national-college
• Online diary to manage your availability
• Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated consultant with 7+ years experience
• Direct communication - option to liaise with your consultant via SMS/Whats App (optional)
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions from initial contract work