Year 4 Primary Teacher

GSL Education; Colchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly pay

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Free safeguarding training

Referral scheme

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting a Year 4 Teacher for a Colchester primary school, starting January 2027. This is a full-time, long-term position with potential to become permanent. The successful applicant will take full classroom responsibility for a Year 4 class, including planning, teaching and pupil assessment.

The role requires QTS and primary experience, with KS2 familiarity preferred. You will plan engaging lessons, differentiate for all abilities, monitor progress and communicate with

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and primary teaching experience.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 2, ideally Year 4.
• Willing to commit to a full-time, long-term role with potential permanent placement.
• Able to plan, teach, assess and monitor pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Take full classroom responsibility for a Year 4 class.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned to the National Curriculum.
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress and attainment.
• Differentiate lessons to meet diverse needs and abilities.
• Establish and maintain positive classroom routines and behaviour.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and school colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers when required.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Assessment

Parent communication

Education

QTS

Job description

Location: Colchester, Essex
Job Type: Full-Time, Long-Term - Temp to Perm
Start Date: January 2027
Pay: Paid to teacher pay scale, depending on experience
Interviews: Taking place now

GSL Education is currently recruiting a Year 4 Teacher for a primary school in Colchester, starting in January 2027.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate. The successful applicant will take full classroom responsibility for a Year 4 class, including planning, teaching, assessment and pupil progress.

The school is looking to interview candidates now, so early applications are encouraged.

The Role

• Take full classroom responsibility for a Year 4 class.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Assess, monitor and record pupils' progress and attainment.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs and abilities of all learners.
• Establish and maintain positive classroom routines and behaviour expectations.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues and the wider school team.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers where required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has experience teaching within a primary school setting.
• Ideally has experience teaching Key Stage 2, particularly Year 4.
• Is confident taking full responsibility for a class, including planning and assessment.
• Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Is organised, proactive and committed to supporting pupil progress.
• Is looking for a full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent.

Experienced teachers and ECTs with QTS are welcome to apply.

Why Work with GSL Education

• Paid to the teacher pay scale, depending on experience.
• PAYE employment, with tax and National Insurance deducted at source.
• Fortnightly pay.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout the recruitment and placement process.
• Free training opportunities, including safeguarding, Prevent and trauma-informed practice.
• Access to opportunities across local primary schools, Multi-Academy Trusts and independent schools.
• A £250 referral scheme, subject to eligibility requirements.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks in line with education recruitment requirements.