Job description
[Insert School Name] is seeking an enthusiastic and caring Year 2 Teacher to join a committed Key Stage 1 team for the 2025–2026 academic year. This is a key stage in pupils’ learning, and we are looking for someone who can guide children through this transition year with creativity, confidence, and high expectations.
Duties as Year 2 Teacher:
Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons in line with the KS1 national curriculum
Support pupils' academic progress, with a particular focus on reading, writing, and maths
Prepare children for end-of-Key-Stage 1 assessments in a supportive and developmentally appropriate way
Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
Maintain a nurturing, well-managed classroom that promotes positive behaviour and independent learning
Ideal Year 2 Teacher:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience teaching in KS1, ideally Year 2
Strong understanding of age-appropriate pedagogy, including phonics and early maths strategies
Familiarity with end-of-KS1 assessments and moderation processes
Excellent communication and teamwork skills as a Year 2 Teacher.
Why Step Teachers?
With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.
Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.
Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.
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