Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher. Job in Upper Stratton Education & Training Jobs

Evoke Staffing Ltd; Stratton St. Margaret; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a dedicated Primary Class Teacher for a maternity cover role at a nurturing Catholic primary school in Swindon. This full-time position focuses on ensuring high standards in teaching and pastoral care, involving curriculum delivery and active participation in school life. The successful candidate will foster respect and a sense of belonging in every child while effectively managing classroom dynamics. Benefits include holiday pay and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering engaging lessons and effective classroom management.
• Ability to support students of varying abilities, including those with SEND.
• Commitment to promoting the ethos and values of a Catholic school.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons to primary students.
• Support the welfare and learning of all pupils.
• Participate in school life and contribute to community ethos.

Skills

Engaging lesson delivery

Classroom management

Supporting pupils with SEND

Curriculum delivery

Effective communication

Job description

Role: Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £19,201 - £26,455 (Actual Salary for 7 months)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Accountable to: Head Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher, Phase Leader
Location: Swindon

About the School Environment:
This is a nurturing and inclusive Catholic primary school that fosters a strong sense of community and encourages children to grow spiritually, morally, culturally, emotionally, and socially. The school promotes resilience, ambition, and a commitment to excellence, enabling pupils to contribute positively to society.

Purpose of the Role:
To undertake the teaching of a primary class, ensuring high standards of learning, pastoral care, and classroom management. The role includes curriculum delivery, pupil assessment, and active participation in school life.

Teaching & Learning Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons with clear learning objectives.
• Use a variety of teaching methods and age-appropriate vocabulary.
• Adapt teaching based on formative and summative assessment data.
• Identify and support pupils with SEND or high ability through quality-first teaching.
• Deploy support staff effectively within the classroom.
• Promote independent learning through effective use of resources and displays.
• Evaluate and reflect on teaching practice to improve effectiveness.
• Keep up to date with educational developments and share best practices with colleagues.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils.
• Support the Catholic ethos and values of the school.
• Encourage pupils to take responsibility for their learning and behaviour.
• Foster respect, self-worth, and a sense of belonging in every child.

Professional Conduct & Collaboration:

• Establish positive working relationships with colleagues, governors, and parents.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and school development initiatives.
• Lead and monitor a curriculum subject, reporting to SLT and governors.
• Set a professional example in conduct, dress, and communication.
• Supervise and support the work of Teaching Assistants as appropriate.

Benefits:

• Holiday pay
• Pension Scheme