Job description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and nurturing Year 2 Teacher to join a friendly and supportive Key Stage 1 team. This is a key year for developing confidence, independence, and preparing pupils for end-of-key-stage assessments. Starting May 2025.
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs with a passion for early learning and strong knowledge of the KS1 curriculum.
Duties as a Year 2 Teacher:
Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons that support progress and a love of learning.
Prepare pupils for Key Stage 1 SATs in a calm, supportive and positive way.
Provide personalised support to ensure all pupils thrive, including those with additional needs.
Track and assess progress regularly, using data to inform planning.
Work closely with colleagues, support staff, and parents to ensure continuity of learning and care.
Ideal Year 2 Teacher:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
A sound understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum and phonics.
Knowledge of assessment frameworks and end-of-KS1 moderation.
Strong communication and classroom management skills as a Year 2 Teacher.
A warm, inclusive and reflective approach to teaching.
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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