In brief
This primary teacher role involves managing a Year 2 classroom and delivering the curriculum to pupils. The work includes planning engaging lessons, completing marking and assessment, and monitoring student progress alongside an experienced teaching assistant.
Best for
Experienced primary teachers comfortable with Year 2 curriculum
Non-negotiable
Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service required.
Worth knowing
Fixed-term maternity cover contract running from January until July 2027.
What you need
Required
Primary school teaching
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Year 2 curriculum knowledge
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Lesson planning
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Marking and assessment
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Classroom management
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Enhanced DBS check
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Preferred
No preferred skills or technologies were clearly stated.
Your day-to-day
Plan and deliver lessons
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Complete marking and assessment
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Monitor pupil progress
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Maintain classroom standards
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Collaborate with staff
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What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
We are recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Primary Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Telford from January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to take responsibility for a Year 2 class on a maternity cover basis, initially running from January until July 2027, with the potential for the role to continue beyond this date. The Role Planning and delivering engaging lessons across the Year 2 curriculum Completing marking and assessment Monitoring and supporting pupil progress Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment Working closely with the school's experienced Teaching Assistant Working collaboratively with colleagues and the wider school team Maintaining high standards of behaviour and learning The school is very welcoming and supportive, and there will be a handover period with the current class teacher to ensure a smooth transition before the maternity leave begins. You will also have the support of an experienced Teaching Assistant who already works within the class. The Ideal Candidate Has experience teaching within a primary school Is confident teaching a Year 2 class Can take full class responsibility Has strong knowledge of the primary curriculum Is confident with planning, marking and assessment Builds positive relationships with pupils and staff Is organised, reliable and enthusiastic Is committed to providing a high standard of education and support to pupils Interviews will take place at the school after the October half term. If you are an experienced Primary Teacher looking for a January 2027 maternity cover opportunity in Telford, we would love to hear from you. Salary: Dependent on experience, training or qualifications. Sprint Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service. About Sprint Education Sprint Education is a market leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. Specialists in SEND support for mainstream and SEN schools. What Sprint Education offer Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period). Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support. Sprint Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community
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