Year 2 Teacher Maternity Cover

Job Title: Year 2 Teacher
Location:  Telford
Start Date: March 2025 - Maternity Cover

About the school:
This lovely Nursery and Primary School in Telford, are dedicated to providing an enriching and nurturing environment for both children and staff. They have a vibrant school community where learning is celebrated, and every child is supported to reach their full potential and have wonderful modern facilities for staff and students to enjoy. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Year 2 Teacher to join our dedicated team from March 2025 to cover a 12 month maternity post. 

Role Overview:
As a Year 2 Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the educational experiences of our youngest primary students. Your role will involve planning and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and supporting individual learning needs to ensure every child flourishes academically and socially. You will be joining a supportive and friendly staff team who work collaboratively to create an exciting learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Monitor and support the social and academic development of Year 2 students.
• Provide a safe, stimulating, and positive learning environment.
• Assess, record, and report on student progress and achievements.
• Work closely with parents and carers to ensure effective communication and involvement in their child’s learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance teaching strategies and share good practice.
• Participate in extracurricular activities and school events as appropriate.

About You:
We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and has experience teaching Year 2 or within Key Stage 1.
• Is passionate about fostering a love for learning in young children.
• Has excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrates strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire children.
• Is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive, welcoming, and experienced team of colleagues.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A friendly and respectful school community with involved parents and carers.
• A lovely, well-resourced learning environment with spacious classrooms and outdoor areas.
• Competitive rate of pay (PAYE)

How to Apply:
If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you have the passion and experience to make a difference in a Year 2 class, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please apply below or send your CV to (url removed) 

We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our team :) 

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. A DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

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