Qualified Teacher

TeacherActive; Colchester; On-site; GBP 29,650 - 42,030; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support for onboarding

Guaranteed payment scheme

CPD courses and certificates via My‑PS

Competitive pay rates

Referral scheme: up to £200

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with a welcoming primary school in Colchester to recruit a qualified teacher for September 2026 start. The role requires QTS and experience teaching in UK primary settings, with a focus on delivering engaging lessons across the Primary Curriculum.

You will manage classrooms effectively, support pupil progress and well‑being, and work with a supportive leadership team. The school offers CPD opportunities, competitive pay, and ongoing consultant support through

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Experience teaching within UK primary schools.
• Strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Positive, flexible, and proactive approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across the Primary Curriculum.
• Maintain excellent classroom management.
• Support students’ progress and well‑being.

Skills

UK primary teaching experience

Primary Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Positive, proactive approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Location

Colchester

Start Date

September 2026

Salary

£29,650 - £42,030 per annum

Role Overview

TeacherActive is partnering with a welcoming and supportive primary school that is committed to providing a positive and engaging learning environment. The school promotes high standards of achievement and well‑being, with a dedicated leadership team that values collaboration and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and support pupils to achieve across the Primary Curriculum.
• Maintain excellent classroom management.
• Support students’ progress and well‑being.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within UK primary schools.
• Strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, flexible, and proactive approach to teaching.

Benefits

• 24/7 consultant support for onboarding.
• Guaranteed payment scheme.
• CPD courses and certificates via My‑Progression channel.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Referral scheme: up to £200 when you refer a friend.

Equal Opportunities

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business/agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Positions require enhanced DBS checks, ID checks, and professional references as appropriate. TeacherActive remains committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.