Year 4 Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; Nelson; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a Year 4 Teacher for a full-time, fixed-term post in Nelson, Lancashire. The successful candidate will deliver engaging Year 4 lessons, apply strong KS2 subject knowledge and build positive relationships with pupils and families.

Experience in Lower KS2 and a commitment to safeguarding are essential. The role offers a supportive staff team, CPD opportunities and a focus on high expectations and pupil progress.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Year 4 / Lower KS2 lessons.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, creative and well-sequenced lessons for Year 4.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, achievement and pupil progress.
• Create an inclusive classroom where every child feels valued.
• Encourage independence, resilience and confidence in pupils.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families as part of a teaching team.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

KS2 curriculum knowledge

Collaborative teaching

Behaviour management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 4 Teacher

Full Time

MPS (Dependent on Experience)

Location: Nelson, Lancashire

Start Date: September 2026 - Fixed Term

Veritas Education are currently recruiting for a Year 4 Teacher to join a dedicated and supportive staff team within a welcoming primary school based in Nelson, Lancashire.

The school is committed to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally. With a strong focus on respect, kindness, confidence and high expectations, the school places children at the heart of everything it does. Pupils are encouraged to become independent, resilient and responsible learners, while staff work collaboratively to ensure that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

The school has a strong sense of community and values positive relationships between pupils, staff, families and the wider community. Learning is designed to be engaging and purposeful, encouraging children to be curious, develop their talents and take pride in their achievements.

This is a full-time position, and the school is seeking a teacher with experience of teaching within Lower Key Stage 2. The successful candidate will take responsibility for a Year 4 class, delivering high-quality teaching and creating a positive classroom environment where pupils feel confident to learn, participate and challenge themselves.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver engaging, creative and well-sequenced lessons that inspire and challenge pupils.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Have high expectations for behaviour, achievement and pupil progress.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive classroom where every child feels valued.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, resilience and confidence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive and committed teaching team.

The school offers:

• A welcoming, supportive and committed leadership team.
• Friendly, enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn and develop.
• A nurturing, inclusive and community-focused environment.
• A strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing, confidence and personal development.
• Supportive colleagues and opportunities to collaborate across the school.
• High-quality CPD and opportunities for professional development.
• A positive learning environment where staff are encouraged to share ideas and develop their practice.

Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and confident ECTs with relevant Key Stage 2 experience who are passionate about making a positive difference to children's learning and development.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All applicants will be subject to:

• Enhanced DBS and barred list checks
• Qualified Teacher Status verification
• Right to work and identity checks
• Online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance
• Reference and employment history checks
• Prohibition from teaching checks
• Safer recruitment and pre-employment vetting checks

Any gaps in employment history will be discussed at interview.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community