Key Stage 2 Teacher

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Year 4 Class Teacher to join our friendly and supportive primary school team on a part-time basis (Thursdays and Fridays).

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated teacher who is passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and learning, and who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a year group team.

We are seeking a KS2 teacher who:

• Has a passion for teaching and a deep understanding of the KS2 curriculum
• Is committed to high standards of achievement and behaviour for all children
• Brings creativity, energy, and warmth into the classroom
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents
• Is reflective, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team

What We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive team
• A warm and inclusive school culture with a focus on excellence and kindness
• Excellent CPD opportunities and professional development
• A commitment to staff well-being and work-life balance
• Happy, respectful, and motivated pupils who love learning
• Opportunities to lead or develop areas of the curriculum

To be successful in this role you will have:

Qualifications

Essential -

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Degree or equivalent qualification

Desirable -

• Evidence of relevant continued professional development
• Training related to teaching in Key Stage 2

Experience

Essential -

• Experience of teaching in a primary school setting (including teaching practice)
• Experience of planning and delivering lessons aligned to the National Curriculum
• Experience of managing a classroom effectively

Desirable -

• Experience of teaching in Key Stage 2
• Experience of teaching Year 4
• Experience of working collaboratively within a year group team

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential -

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum for KS2
• Understanding of effective teaching and learning strategies
• Knowledge of assessment for learning and pupil progress
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities
• Awareness of inclusion and equality in a primary school context

Desirable -

• Understanding of strategies to support pupils with SEND
• Knowledge of age-related expectations in Year 4

Skills & Abilities

Essential -

• Ability to plan engaging and appropriately differentiated lessons
• Ability to create a positive, inclusive and well-managed learning environment
• Good communication skills with pupils, colleagues and parents
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Effective organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to reflect on practice and respond to feedback

Desirable -

• Ability to contribute to shared planning and assessment across the week
• Confidence in using assessment data to inform teaching

Personal Qualities

Essential -

• Commitment to high expectations for all pupils
• Enthusiastic, caring and positive approach to teaching
• Flexible and adaptable
• Professional, reliable and well organised
• Commitment to the ethos and values of the school

Desirable -

• Commitment to professional development
• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school