Teacher – Year 2

Hethersett Woodside Primary & Nursery School; Hethersett; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hethersett Woodside Primary and Nursery School are seeking a committed, enthusiastic Year 2 teacher to join our 2-form entry school. This fixed term post runs until August 2027 and welcomes Early Career Teachers.

You will work alongside a colleague and two Teaching Assistants, in a brand new state-of-the-art building with a strong team ethos. We expect high expectations for pupil learning, a solid knowledge of KS1, and a collaborative approach within the school.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Key Stage 1.
• Ability to work as part of a large team within a busy school.
• Positive, consistent approach to behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 2 class in a 2-form entry school with TA support.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, assessment and safeguarding.
• Collaborate with Phase Leader and colleagues to drive attainment.

Skills

KS1 knowledge

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Enthusiastic

Education

QTS

PGCE

Job description

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Website: https://www.hethersettwoodside.org.uk

• Salary – negotiable
• Fixed Term until end August 2027 (potential to be extended)
• Full Time
• ECT’s welcome to apply
• Required for February 2027

Do you have high expectations and enjoy working in a fantastic team?

Do you want to work with fabulous learners in a well equipped, state of the art new school?

Then we would like to hear from you….

Hethersett Woodside Primary and Nursery School are delighted to be able to appoint a committed, enthusiastic teacher to join our large team.

Hethersett Woodside has recently grown to full primary status, from its roots as a smallinfant school. Having recently moved into a brand new, state of the art building, the school has been gradually growing for a number of years and now is at capacity; with children from Nursery to year 6.

This is a rare opportunity to join our fabulous, child focused team.

We are looking for a passionate teacher who would relish the opportunity to join a 2 form entry school; working alongside a colleague; supported by 2 Teaching Assistants. This is a fixed term post in a year 2 class, and we welcome applications from Early Career Teachers, as well as those with more experience.

This opportunity offers a unique chance to develop as a teacher, supported by an experienced Phase Leader.

Ideal candidate will:

• Set high expectations for the behaviour and learning of every pupil
• Have a strong knowledge of Key Stage one
• Be able to work as part of a team both within the classroom and the wider school
• Demonstrate a positive, consistent approach to behaviour management
• Be enthusiastic and hard working with a good sense of humour

We will offer:

• A school on an exciting journey in terms of curriculum development and Inclusion
• Learners who behave well and have great attitudes; thriving in our calm and welcoming environment
• Excellent support from your Phase Leader; including PPA time with year group colleague
• Excellent support from experienced teachers and Teaching Assistants within the phase
• Committed staff who form excellent relationships with every child in their class

You are warmly encouraged to come and visit us for an opportunity to look round and talk about the role in more detail. This can be arranged via the school office: [e-mail] or 01603 810674

Closing date:17 November 2026

Interview date:TBC

We reserve the right to close the advert earlier - so we encourage prompt applications.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We are also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.