Job description
Job Title: Key Stage 2 (KS2) Teacher
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £150 - £230 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term, Full-Time / Part-Time
Are you an enthusiastic KS2 teacher looking for a new challenge?
GSL Education are looking for an experienced and motivated KS2 Teacher to join a thriving primary school in Barnsley, delivering an engaging and high-quality learning experience. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to inspire, challenge and develop young learners, fostering a positive and stimulating classroom environment. If you are a dedicated teacher with a strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum, we want to hear from you!
About the Role:
As a Key Stage 2 Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and well-structured lessons that support pupils’ academic and personal development. You will create a dynamic and inclusive classroom environment, ensuring that each child is challenged, supported and motivated to achieve their best. You will work closely with colleagues, parents and school leadership to support pupils holistically and contribute to the school’s wider educational objectives.
Key Responsibilities of the Key Stage 2 (KS2) Teacher:
- Plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons in line with the Key Stage 2 national curriculum.
- Create a stimulating learning environment that fosters curiosity, confidence and a passion for learning.
- Differentiate teaching strategies to support pupils of varying abilities, ensuring that every child makes progress.
- Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively, promoting a positive, inclusive and respectful atmosphere.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants and support staff to ensure high standards of education.
- Engage with parents and carers, providing updates on student progress and development.
- Uphold safeguarding and child protection policies, ensuring the well-being of all pupils.
Requirements: To be successful in this role, you should:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching Key Stage 2.
- Proven experience as a KS2 Teacher in a primary school setting.
- In-depth knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum, assessment frameworks and teaching methodologies.
- A creative and adaptive teaching style, catering to diverse learning needs.
- A commitment to continuous professional development, staying updated with educational best practices.
- A dedication to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, in line with school policies.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
What We Offer:
- Your expertise deserves recognition of £150 – £230 per day to match your skills.
- Access to a network of outstanding schools with a focus on pupil success.
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your teaching career.
- A dedicated consultant to support your journey in securing the right role.
- The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of young learners.
If you are a committed KS2 Teacher ready to inspire and support young learners in Barnsley, we would love to hear from you!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Key Stage 2 (KS2) Teacher’ in a primary schoolrole, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.