Year 2 Class TeacherStart Date: January 2025Location: SloughFull/Part-time: Full-timeSalary: M1 – UPS 3
About the role/school
Teach Plus is proud to be recruiting for a Year 2 Class Teacher on behalf of an ‘Outstanding’ primary school in Slough.
This thriving and oversubscribed school welcomes children from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and starting points. Guided by core values of kindness, honesty, achievement, love, service to others, and aspiration, the school empowers pupils to learn, thrive, and grow into exemplary citizens who make a positive contribution to the world.
The school has a growing waiting list, reflecting its reputation for providing a world-class education that goes beyond the classroom. With a carefully sequenced curriculum from Nursery through to Year 6, pupils benefit from a broad range of enrichment and extracurricular opportunities tailored to their individual development.
In its most recent Ofsted inspection (January 2020), the school achieved an ‘Outstanding’ rating, with inspectors praising how pupils respond to teachers’ high expectations with enthusiasm and ambition.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Year 2 Class Teacher who is passionate about raising standards and helping all pupils reach their full potential.
Job Responsibilities
As a Year 2 Class Teacher, you will:
Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons tailored to the needs of all learners.
Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that reflects the school’s values.
Maintain high expectations of behaviour, achievement, and personal growth.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and deliver a sequenced curriculum.
Take part in whole-school initiatives, enrichment opportunities, and community events.
Qualifications/Experience
The successful Year 2 Class Teacher will have:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Experience teaching within Key Stage 1 (desirable but not essential).
A passion for supporting children of all abilities and backgrounds to succeed.
Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.
Right to work in the UK.
Next steps
If this Year 2 Class Teacher position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Carly 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 finding their next role — our candidate journey is what makes us stand out. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help you progress in your education career.
With over 17 years of experience, we have strong, long-lasting partnerships with primary schools across London and the Home Counties. We offer a wide range of opportunities including short term, long term, and permanent positions, as well as a high volume of daily supply work.
This is a fantastic chance for a dedicated Year 2 Class Teacher to join an outstanding school community in January 2025 and make a meaningful difference.....Read more...
Apprentice Teaching Assistant – EYFS Phase
Start your journey in education with purpose, passion, and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities Overview:
Support the class teacher to enhance progress and development in the Early Years setting.
Work with individual children and small groups to reinforce early learning goals.
Promote positive behaviours and engagement through play-based and structured activities.
Deliver targeted support using age-appropriate strategies under teacher supervision.
Assist children with SEND and SEMH needs, ensuring inclusive and nurturing support.
Contribute to a safe, stimulating, and well-organised learning environment.
We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive individual to join our team as an Apprentice Teaching Assistant, working primarily within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a nurturing school environment while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
You’ll be part of a dedicated team, supporting pupils to access learning and thrive in the classroom. Under the guidance of experienced teaching and senior staff, you’ll help deliver high-quality learning experiences and contribute to raising achievement for all children.
What you’ll be doing:
Supporting individual pupils and small groups with their learning activities.
Helping prepare and tidy the classroom before and after lessons.
Assisting with behaviour management and helping children stay focused.
Supervising pupils during playtimes, lunchtimes, school trips, and special events.
Providing care and support to children who may feel unwell or need time out of class.
Giving verbal feedback to teachers on pupil progress and engagement.
Creating vibrant displays to celebrate children’s work.
Supporting with practical tasks such as changing reading books, photocopying, and resource preparation.
Learning to use school systems like BROMCOM (full training provided).
Promoting a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment by following safeguarding procedures.
What we offer:
A supportive and welcoming team environment.
4 hours per week dedicated study time and access to online training.
Hands-on experience across a broad and exciting curriculum.
Opportunities to develop your confidence and skills working with children of different ages.
A nationally recognised qualification upon completion of your apprenticeship.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a difference in children’s lives and keen to start a career in education. If you’re ready to learn, grow, and inspire — we’d love to hear from you!Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard:
Preparation for End Point Assessment
Work based and tutor supported online training
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0454-v1-1
English and maths functional skills at level 2 if required
Training Outcome:For the right candidate there are good future prospects with opportunities in teaching assistant support within the school or across the Trust.Employer Description:St Nicholas CE Primary Academy, (part of Aquila Multi Academy Trust), is situated in the heart of New Romney, set in beautiful surroundings, and is well resourced to meet the needs of its 15 classes and 420 children, in this well-maintained school judged Good with Outstanding features by OFSTED (May 2019).
We have a committed and enthusiastic staff who are determined to enable every child to reach their potential by providing them a stable, caring environment where children are happy to attend and are stimulated and keen to learn while developing their potential. We cater for a wide range of abilities encouraging all children to achieve at their highest level.
Our church school status means we have a strong Christian ethos and links to St Nicholas Church in New Romney which enriches both our collective worship and school values.
We are fortunate to have on-site an outstanding private nursery, which provides breakfast and an after-school club within the school, and a Children's Centre.
We have a Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) sited within the mainstream academy for children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition.
New Romney is an ancient Cinque Port situated in rural Kent, with excellent road links to Ashford (20 minutes) and Folkestone (30 minutes).Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm daily.
38 weeks per year.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Flexibility,Willing to learn,Respect confidentiality,Proactive,Act professionally,Punctual,Sense of humour,Resilient,Positive attitude,Enthusiastic,Encouraging....Read more...
