Year 2 Teacher

Flourish Education; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Holiday Pay

Pension Contributions

Safeguarding training

Refer-a-friend bonus

Registration support

Job summary

Flourish Education in Cirencester is seeking a Year 2 Class Teacher for a full-time role after the October half-term, through July 2027.

You will lead planning, teaching, marking, and assessment for a Year 2 class, with strong emphasis on phonics and KS1.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of phonics and the KS1 curriculum.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Flexibility, reliability and professional approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• ECTs are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with KS1 national curriculum.
• Take full class teaching responsibility for a Year 2 class.
• Deliver high-quality phonics sessions to support early reading development.
• Assess, track and report on pupil progress.
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Attend staff meetings and collaborate with team members.
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and academic development.

Skills

Phonics knowledge

KS1 curriculum understanding

Classroom management

Relationship building

Education

QTS

Job description

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage One Teacher looking for a full-time role? A welcoming and supportive Primary School in Cirencester is seeking a Year 2 Class Teacher to join their team after the October half-term, until July 2027. This role is ideal for a passionate Year 2Teacher who can confidently plan and deliver engaging lessons, maintain a positive learning environment, and support pupils through this important stage of their education. ECTs are welcome to apply and will be well supported by the experienced leadership team. As a Year 2Teacher, you will take full class teaching responsibility including planning, marking, assessment, and attending staff meetings. The school is looking for someone with a strong understanding of phonics and the KS1 curriculum who can create an inclusive and engaging classroom environment where all pupils can thrive.

As a Year 2Teacher, your responsibilities will include

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the KS1 national curriculum.
• Taking full class teaching responsibility for a Year 2 class.
• Delivering high-quality phonics sessions to support early reading development.
• Assessing, tracking, and reporting on pupil progress.
• Creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Attending staff meetings and working collaboratively with teaching staff, support staff, and senior leaders.
• Supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing and academic development.

To be successful in this Year 2 Teacher role, you will need

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Previous experience teaching within KS1 or during teaching placements.
• A strong understanding of phonics and the KS1 curriculum.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A flexible, reliable, and professional approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.
• ECTs are encouraged to apply.

Working as a Year 2Teacher for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including

• Competitive daily pay rates, from £174 to £240, based on previous pay scale and experience
• Holiday Pay – PAYE candidates accrue 12.07% of their day rate.
• Pension Contributions.
• Free, comprehensive safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules on legislation, FGM, and abuse.
• A refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Ongoing support throughout the registration process and during your placement.

This Year 2Teacher position is based in Cirencester, and is easily commutable from surrounding areas such as Swindon, Gloucester and Cheltenham. The school offers good transport links and on-site parking.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.