Year 2 Teacher

Academics Ltd; Penarth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term placements

Professional development

Flexible working across the academic–}

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking a Year 2 Teacher for a warm primary school in Penarth. This temporary, full-time role focuses on delivering high-quality lessons in a positive KS1 setting.

You will take responsibility for a Year 2 class, plan engaging lessons, and foster pupil confidence as they progress through the curriculum. Experience with KS1 and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status with KS1 experience and Year 2 understanding.
• Solid knowledge of the KS1 curriculum and best teaching practices.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 2 lessons.
• Assess pupil progress and adapt teaching for needs.
• Create a calm, supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the school.
• Maintain positive communication with pupils, staff and parents.
• Encourage pupil confidence, independence and behaviour.

Skills

QTS

KS1 experience

Year 2 experience

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Communication

Education

QTS

Job description

Academics is recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 2 Teacher to join a warm and welcoming primary school in Penarth. This temporary full time role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about supporting young learners and delivering high quality, engaging lessons within a positive Key Stage 1 environment.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for a Year 2 class, plan and deliver effective lessons, and help pupils grow in confidence as they progress through the curriculum.

Role Responsibilities:

• Planning and delivering engaging and age appropriate lessons for Year 2 pupils
• Assessing pupil progress and adapting teaching to meet individual needs
• Creating a calm and supportive classroom environment
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the school
• Maintaining positive communication with pupils, staff and parents
• Encouraging pupil confidence, independence and positive behaviour

Minimum Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Previous experience teaching within KS1, ideally Year 2
• Strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum and best teaching practices
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour positively and consistently
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• EWC registration (or willingness to register)

Why Work with Academics?

• Competitive and transparent pay structure
• Long term and stable placements with ongoing support
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Experienced and supportive education consultants
• Flexible work options across the academic year
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £125 in Love2Shop vouchers

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy