Year 2 Teacher

Millfield L.E.A.D. Academy; Leicester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progressive curriculum

CPD opportunities

Classroom support

Job summary

Millfield LEAD Academy in Leicester is seeking a highly effective teacher to join our dedicated team. This fixed-term maternity cover runs from 26/10/26 to 25/4/27 and offers a supportive environment focused on pupil progress.

The school prides itself on a forward-thinking curriculum, high-quality resources and strong collaboration with colleagues. You will have opportunities for CPD and networking within the Trust and local area.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-quality primary education across year groups.
• Demonstrated commitment to pupil progress and effective assessment.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned to the curriculum.
• Assess and track pupil progress to inform teaching.
• Contribute to school initiatives and CPD activities.
• Collaborate with team to support transition and inclusion.

Skills

Forward-thinking

Reflective practice

Research-informed teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Millfield LEAD Academy, a high-performing primary academy on the outskirts of Leicester (near Fose Park), is seeking a highly effective teacher to join our dedicated team. This post is initially for a fixed-term maternity cover (26/10/26 - 25/4/27).

Millfield has great road and infrastructure links to all areas of the city and county. Millfield is an oversubscribed school with above-national outcomes in all statutory assessments.

Millfield can offer the successful candidate:

1. A well-thought-out progressive curriculum
2. High-quality resources
3. PPA with an experienced colleague
4. Opportunities for CPD - internal and external
5. Fantastic children and colleagues
6. Opportunities to network with colleagues in the local area and Trust
7. Classroom support

We are looking for:

1. A forward-thinking teacher
2. A reflective teacher who strives to improve their practice for the benefit of all children
3. A teacher who is interested in using the latest research
4. A teacher who can 'improve the lives and life chances of every pupil'