Year 2 Class Teacher
11 days ago
London
Year 2 Class Teacher - Islington (September 2026 Start) Are you an experienced KS1 Teacher ready to take on a rewarding role in a supportive and forward-thinking school? We are proud to be working with a welcoming, two-form entry primary school in Islington that is seeking a dedicated and experienced Year 2 Class Teacher to join their team for the full academic year from September 2026 to July 2027. The school has a strong sense of community and is committed to providing a high-quality, inclusive education where every child is supported to achieve their full potential. With a collaborative two-form entry structure, you will benefit from shared planning, strong peer support, and a well-established KS1 team. The Senior Leadership Team are approachable, highly supportive, and place a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development. Role Overview Position: Year 2 Class Teacher (KS1)Start Date: September 2026 - July 2027Location: IslingtonPay: MPS 1-6 Inner London (£206.95 - £268.21 per day, PAYE)Contract: Full-time, full academic year Key Responsibilities As a Year 2 Class Teacher, you will play a key role in preparing pupils for the end of Key Stage 1, ensuring they are confident, independent learners ready for Key Stage 2. Your responsibilities will include: • Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the KS1 National Curriculum, • Preparing pupils for end-of-Key Stage 1 assessments (SATs), ensuring they are supported academically and emotionally, • Delivering high-quality phonics and guided reading sessions to consolidate early reading skills, • Teaching core subjects (English, Maths, Science) to a high standard, with a focus on closing attainment gaps, • Assessing, tracking, and monitoring pupil progress, using data to inform planning and targeted interventions, • Creating a structured yet engaging classroom environment that promotes independence and resilience, • Managing behaviour effectively using consistent routines and positive reinforcement strategies, • Supporting pupils with a range of needs, including SEN, EAL, and differing attainment levels, • Working closely with your parallel Year 2 teacher to plan, moderate, and share best practice, • Building strong relationships with parents and carers to support pupil progress and wellbeing, • Have strong KS1 teaching experience, ideally within Year 2, • Be confident in preparing pupils for KS1 SATs and securing strong outcomes, • Have a solid understanding of phonics and early reading development, • Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and a calm, consistent approach, • Be committed to raising attainment and ensuring all pupils make strong progress, • Thrive in a collaborative, two-form entry environment If you are looking to join a supportive school where collaboration is valued and your professional growth is encouraged, we would love to hear from you.