Y3 Teacher

Monarch Education; Keynsham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment provider in the UK is seeking a Year 3 Class Teacher for a full-time role starting in January 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for high-quality teaching and effective curriculum delivery, ensuring student progression while fostering a positive learning environment. Qualified Teacher Status is required, along with proven experience in a UK primary school setting. The school is located in Keynsham, offering on-site parking and good transport links.

Benefits

Free Safeguarding training

Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio

Refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching within a UK primary school setting.
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2 is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, teach, and assess the Year 3 curriculum effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, effective lesson plans aligned with the UK National Curriculum for Year 3.
• Use assessment data to monitor pupil progress and identify learning gaps.
• Establish and maintain a positive, well-organised classroom environment.

Skills

Strong understanding of the UK National Curriculum for Year 3

Excellent classroom management skills

Ability to differentiate instruction

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Y3 Class Teacher needed for January 2026

Monarch Education is recruiting on behalf of a school in the Keynsham area for the position of a Year 3 Primary Teacher. This is a full-time, fixed‑term role commencing in January 2026.

The school, part of a newly formed collaborative trust in Keynsham, offers an accessible location with on‑site parking and proximity to major bus routes. The school is renowned for maintaining high standards of teaching, with a strong focus on both academic achievement and personal development.

Job Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing the Year 3 curriculum for a primary class. The core focus of this role is to provide high‑quality teaching that promotes student progression and fosters a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Planning and Delivery:

  • Develop and deliver engaging, effective lesson plans aligned with the UK National Curriculum for Year 3.
  • Differentiate lessons to meet the diverse needs of all pupils, including those with SEND.
  • Use a variety of teaching strategies and resources to create a stimulating classroom environment.
  • Ensure comprehensive coverage of all Year 6 curriculum objectives.

• Assessment and Monitoring:

  • Use a range of formative and summative assessment methods to monitor pupil progress and attainment.
  • Analyse assessment data to identify gaps in learning and plan targeted interventions.
  • Keep accurate and up‑to‑date records of pupil progress and performance.
  • Provide constructive, timely feedback to support pupils' learning journeys.

• Classroom Management:

  • Establish and maintain a positive, safe, and well‑organised classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Implement effective behaviour management strategies in line with school policies.
  • Promote a culture of respect, responsibility, and active participation among pupils.

• Collaboration and Communication:

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, including teaching assistants, other Year group teachers, and wider school staff.
  • Communicate effectively and professionally with parents and carers regarding pupil progress and well‑being.
  • Participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, and professional development activities.

• Contribution to School Life:

  • Contribute to the wider school community, including extracurricular activities or school events.
  • Adhere to all school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health & safety protocols.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development to continually enhance teaching practice.

Person Specification:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications, experience, and attributes:

• Qualifications:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - this is a mandatory requirement.

• Experience:

  • Proven experience teaching within a UK primary school setting.
  • Experience teaching in Key Stage 2 is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, teach, and assess the Year 3 curriculum effectively.

• Knowledge and Skills:

  • Strong understanding of the UK National Curriculum for Year 3.
  • Knowledge of effective assessment strategies in a primary context.
  • Excellent classroom management skills.
  • Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

How to apply:

If you're interested in this role, please call 0117 938 2100 or email

Please only apply to this role if you have Qualified Teacher Status - if you are unsure if you have QTS, please visit Qualified teacher status (QTS): qualify to teach in England - GOV.UK. Any applications without QTS, will not be considered.

Monarch Education are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates. Working with Monarch Education will give you access to:

• Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:

  • Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
  • Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
  • Free Safeguarding training
  • Refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
  • Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

• To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)

• Important Information:

  • All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
  • Equal Opportunities - Monarch
  • Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
  • This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.