Year 2 Teacher – Nurturing School In Windsor

Marchant Recruitment; Windsor; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff parking on-site

CPD opportunities

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Good transport links

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a Windsor primary school in recruiting a Year 2 Teacher to lead a KS1 class and deliver a creative, well-rounded curriculum. The role focuses on SATs preparation and safeguarding, with a supportive team and CPD opportunities.

Applicants should hold QTS and have KS1 experience, with strong literacy and numeracy teaching skills. The school offers a collaborative environment, good transport links, and an on-site parking facility.

Qualifications

• UK-recognized teaching qualification with QTS.
• Experience in Key Stage 1 / Year 2 curriculum and assessments.
• Strong phonics knowledge with Read Write Inc, Little Wandle or Sounds-Write.
• Excellent classroom management and interpersonal skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons for a diverse Year 2 class.
• Prepare pupils for KS1 assessments and track progress in reading, writing and maths.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom focusing on wellbeing, high expectations and behaviour management.
• Collaborate with KS1 colleagues, TAs, and SENCO to implement interventions for SEND or EAL pupils.
• Build strong relationships with parents to foster home-school engagement.

Skills

QTS

KS1 experience

Phonics knowledge

Classroom management

Parent communication

Education

QTS

KS1/Year 2 curriculum knowledge

Job description

Job Title

Year 2 Teacher

Location

Windsor, Berkshire

School Type

Primary School (Key Stage 1)

Contract Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date

ASAP

Salary

MPS / UPS (Fringe Area Pay Scale)

Role Overview

A nurturing primary school in Windsor is seeking an inspiring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Year 2 Teacher to join their Key Stage 1 team ASAP. In this key role, you will lead a bright Year 2 class, establishing a supportive and stimulating learning environment that prepares pupils for Key Stage 1 statutory assessments (SATs) and eases their eventual transition into Key Stage 2. You will deliver a well-rounded, creative curriculum that builds strong literacy, numeracy, and independent learning skills. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers are equally encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons tailored to meet the needs of all pupils within a diverse Year 2 classroom.

• Prepare pupils effectively for Key Stage 1 assessments and moderation, tracking individual progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.

• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment focused on emotional wellbeing, high expectations, and constructive behaviour management.

• Work collaboratively with Key Stage 1 colleagues, teaching assistants, and the SENCO to implement effective interventions for pupils with SEND or EAL needs.

• Build strong, communicative relationships with parents and carers to foster active home-school engagement.

Key Requirements

• Recognized UK teaching qualification with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).

• Proven teaching experience or strong placement history within Key Stage 1, with sound knowledge of the Year 2 curriculum and assessment framework.

• Proficiency in early reading and systematic synthetic phonics programs (e.g., Read Write Inc., Little Wandle, or Sounds-Write).

• Strong classroom management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• Welcoming school community set in a picturesque Windsor location with modern, well-resourced classroom environments.

• Supportive senior leadership team dedicated to staff wellbeing, workload reduction, and continuous professional development (CPD).

• Great transport connections across Berkshire and the Thames Valley, plus free on-site staff parking.

• Competitive Fringe area salary scale (MPS/UPS) and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.