Year 2 Class Teacher in High Wycombe)

Academics Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is assisting a large, well-established primary school in High Wycombe to recruit a dedicated Year 2 Class Teacher for a January 2027 start. The role involves planning, teaching, and assessing Year 2 pupils as they transition from KS1 to KS2, with a supportive leadership team and community-focused environment.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS, have KS1/Year 2 experience, and demonstrate strong classroom management and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally Year 2.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Committed to high-quality teaching and pupil progress.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Works effectively as part of a supportive school team.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for a Year 2 class, including planning, teaching, assessment and pupil progress.
• Deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs and abilities of all pupils.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment and manage behaviour effectively.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards across the school.

Skills

Classroom management

Organisational skills

Pupil progress

Building relationships

Team collaboration

Education

QTS

Job description

Year 2 Class Teacher - High Wycombe - January 2027

Academics are working with a large, well-established primary school in High Wycombe to recruit a dedicated Year 2 Class Teacher for a January 2027 start.

This welcoming school has a supportive leadership team, a strong sense of community, and a positive learning environment. Following its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Good, reflecting the quality of teaching, learning, and pupil development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher to join a collaborative team and make a meaningful difference to pupils as they prepare for the transition from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2.

The Role

• Take responsibility for a Year 2 class, including planning, teaching, assessment, and pupil progress.
• Deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs and abilities of all pupils.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment and manage behaviour effectively.
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards across the school.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally Year 2.
• Demonstrates strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Is committed to high-quality teaching and pupil progress.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
• Works effectively as part of a supportive school team.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and experienced leadership team.
• A collaborative and welcoming staff community.
• Enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning.
• Opportunities for long-term employment, with the potential for a permanent contract for the right candidate.
• Salary in line with the Main Pay Scale, depending on experience.

Position Details

• Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
• Start Date: January 2027
• Year Group: Year 2
• Key Stage: KS1
• Contract: Long-term and Permanent contracts offered.
• Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS)

If you are a passionate teacher looking for your next opportunity in a thriving High Wycombe primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Year 2 Class Teacher - High Wycombe - January 2027Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.