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KS1 Teacher

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Posting date: 03 June 2025
Salary: £150 to £210 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 03 July 2025
Location: B7
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Teacheractive Limited
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: HOKS1QTSB7-SEPT-8985

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Summary

Year 2 Teacher – Maternity Cover

Location: Nechells, Birmingham
Start Date: September 2025
End Date: July 2026 (with possible extension)
Contract: Full-Time | Temporary (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £150–£220 per day (dependent on experience)
Agency: TeacherActive

✨ About the Opportunity:

Are you a passionate and experienced KS1 teacher looking for a new challenge?
We are working with a well-regarded and welcoming primary school in Nechells to recruit a dedicated Year 2 Teacher to cover a maternity leave from September 2025 through July 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive school community, known for its nurturing environment, strong leadership, and high expectations.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver engaging and effective lessons aligned with the Key Stage 1 curriculum, focusing on Year 2.


  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.


  • Monitor and assess pupil progress, offering clear feedback and differentiated support.


  • Collaborate with colleagues to maintain consistency and best practices across the school.


  • Effectively manage behaviour and classroom routines to support learning.


  • Adapt teaching strategies to meet the individual needs of all learners, including those with SEND.


    ✅ What We’re Looking For:

    We are seeking a teacher who:

    • Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) with recent experience in KS1, ideally Year 2.


    • Has strong knowledge of the KS1 curriculum and assessment frameworks (including SATs preparation).


    • Brings enthusiasm, creativity, and a genuine passion for helping children succeed.


    • Demonstrates excellent behaviour management and organisational skills.


    • Is confident, adaptable, and able to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff.


    • Is available full-time from September 2025 for the duration of the contract.


      Why Choose TeacherActive?

      • Competitive daily rates of pay


      • PAYE payment structure – no hidden fees or umbrella deductions


      • Ongoing support from your dedicated recruitment consultant


      • Access to bespoke CPD and training resources


      • Opportunities for longer-term placements or permanent roles following this contract


        Interested? Let’s Talk!

        If this sounds like the right role for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Heather at:

        heather.oneill@teacheractive.com
        0121 200 3224

        Or apply directly through this advert.

        Safeguarding Commitment:

        TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and relevant safeguarding vetting processes.

        All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



        Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



        Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

        TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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