Year 2 Teacher in Dinas Powys

Academics; Dinas Powys; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a Year 2 Teacher for a warm primary school in Penarth. This temporary full-time role focuses on delivering high-quality, engaging lessons in a positive KS1 environment and supporting young learners as they progress through the curriculum.

The successful candidate will lead a Year 2 class, plan effective lessons, assess progress and foster pupil confidence and a love of learning. QTS and KS1 experience are essential; enhanced DBS and EWC registration are expected or

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• Experience teaching KS1, ideally Year 2.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour positively and consistently.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• DBS Update Service or willingness to apply.
• EWC registration or willingness to register.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 2 lessons.
• Assess pupil progress and adapt teaching to 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 good behaviour.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organisation

Behaviour management

Education

QTS

KS1 teaching experience

EWC registration (or willing to register)

Tools

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

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

Academics is a trusted and well established education recruitment agency working closely with primary schools across South Wales. We pride ourselves on supporting teachers in finding roles where they can thrive and make a real impact.

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