Job Description:

Year 2 Teacher
Start Date: January 2027
Location: Islington
Contract: Full-time
Salary: MPS 1 - MPS 6 (Inner London)

About the role and school

Teach Plus are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 2 Teacher to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Islington, starting January 2027. This full-time Year 2 Teacher position is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Key Stage 1 Primary Teacher looking to develop their career within a supportive and well-established school environment. The successful Year 2 Teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, creative and differentiated lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum, ensuring pupils make strong academic progress in phonics, reading, writing, Mathematics and the wider curriculum. The role will also focus on preparing pupils for a successful transition into Key Stage 2, developing their confidence, independence and enthusiasm for learning.

The school is a vibrant and inclusive primary school situated in Islington, serving a diverse and multicultural local community. With a strong emphasis on creativity, academic achievement and personal development, the school is committed to providing a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum that encourages children to become confident, curious and independent learners. The school promotes high expectations, positive behaviour and a nurturing learning environment where every pupil is valued and encouraged to succeed. Staff work collaboratively to share good practice, support pupils with additional learning needs and provide engaging learning experiences that reflect the diverse backgrounds of the school community. The school's inclusive ethos and commitment to developing the whole child make it an attractive environment for teachers looking to make a meaningful impact.

This Year 2 Teacher opportunity would particularly suit a motivated, creative and committed teacher who is passionate about Key Stage 1 education and supporting children's academic and personal development. The school is looking for a confident and adaptable Year 2 Teacher who can establish strong classroom routines, deliver engaging lessons and build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues. Experience teaching phonics, developing early literacy and numeracy skills, and using assessment to support pupil progress would be particularly beneficial. Applications are welcomed from experienced Primary Teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who are eager to develop their teaching practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a rewarding full-time Year 2 teaching position from January 2027, with salary paid in line with the Inner London Main Pay Scale.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the Year 2 and Key Stage 1 National Curriculum

• Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment that promotes high expectations, independence and academic achievement

• Assess, monitor and track pupil progress, using ongoing teacher assessment to identify learning gaps and adapt teaching strategies

• Deliver high-quality teaching in phonics, reading, writing, Mathematics and the wider primary curriculum, ensuring pupils develop strong foundational knowledge and skills

• Support pupils with varying abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and English as an Additional Language (EAL)

• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues and senior leaders to maintain high standards of teaching, behaviour and pupil wellbeing while preparing pupils for the transition into Key Stage 2

Qualifications/Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant qualification

• Experience as a Year 2 Teacher, Key Stage 1 Teacher or in a similar primary teaching role, with applications welcomed from Early Career Teachers (ECTs)

• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, including the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum, phonics, literacy, numeracy and pupil assessment

• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service

• Right to work in the UK

Next steps:

If this Year 2 Teacher position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Marc at Teach Plus.

Alternatively, please click 'apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education. With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.

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