Year 2 class teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking a warm and dedicated teacher for Key Stage 1, ideally Year 2, to inspire and support pupils. The role emphasises strong KS1 knowledge, effective behaviour management and high expectations in an inclusive setting.

The successful candidate will show sensitivity to SEND and EAL, deliver engaging lessons, and collaborate with a friendly staff team committed to safeguarding and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching in Key Stage 1 (ideally Year 2)
• Strong knowledge of the KS1 curriculum, phonics and early reading
• High-quality teaching that engages, challenges and inspires pupils
• Effective behaviour management and high expectations for all learners
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet the needs of all pupils including those with SEND and EAL
• Strong assessment skills to support pupil progress
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and our school ethos Belong, Believe, Achieve

Skills

KS1 teaching

Phonics & reading

Behaviour management

Differentiation (SEND/EAL)

Assessment skills

Communication & teamwork

Safeguarding & inclusion

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and committed teacher who can demonstrate:

• Experience of teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally Year 2.
• Strong knowledge of the KS1 curriculum, phonics and early reading.
• High-quality teaching that engages, challenges and inspires pupils.
• Effective behaviour management and high expectations for all learners.
• The ability to adapt teaching to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND and EAL.
• Strong assessment skills to support pupil progress.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and our school ethos of Belong, Believe, Achieve.

Above all, we are looking for a warm, positive and dedicated teacher who will quickly become a valued member of our school community.

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community.
• Happy, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn.
• A friendly, dedicated and collaborative staff team.
• A school rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted (January 2025).
• High-quality professional development and opportunities to develop your practice.
• A well-resourced learning environment with a strong focus on creativity and inclusion.
• Supportive and approachable senior leaders who value staff wellbeing.
• Opportunities to contribute to an exciting and enriching wider curriculum.

Above all, a school where everyone is encouraged to Belong, Believe, Achieve.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.