Job Title: Year 2 Teacher

Location: Windsor, Berkshire

School Type: Primary School (Key Stage 1)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: MPS / UPS (Fringe Area Pay Scale)

Role Overview

A nurturing primary school in Windsor is seeking an inspiring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Year 2 Teacher to join their Key Stage 1 team ASAP. In this key role, you will lead a bright Year 2 class, establishing a supportive and stimulating learning environment that prepares pupils for Key Stage 1 statutory assessments (SATs) and eases their eventual transition into Key Stage 2. You will deliver a well-rounded, creative curriculum that builds strong literacy, numeracy, and independent learning skills. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers are equally encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons tailored to meet the needs of all pupils within a diverse Year 2 classroom.

• Prepare pupils effectively for Key Stage 1 assessments and moderation, tracking individual progress in reading, writing, and mathematics.

• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment focused on emotional wellbeing, high expectations, and constructive behaviour management.

• Work collaboratively with Key Stage 1 colleagues, teaching assistants, and the SENCO to implement effective interventions for pupils with SEND or EAL needs.

• Build strong, communicative relationships with parents and carers to foster active home-school engagement.

Key Requirements

• Recognized UK teaching qualification with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).

• Proven teaching experience or strong placement history within Key Stage 1, with sound knowledge of the Year 2 curriculum and assessment framework.

• Proficiency in early reading and systematic synthetic phonics programs (e.g., Read Write Inc., Little Wandle, or Sounds-Write).

• Strong classroom management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• Welcoming school community set in a picturesque Windsor location with modern, well-resourced classroom environments.

• Supportive senior leadership team dedicated to staff wellbeing, workload reduction, and continuous professional development (CPD).

• Great transport connections across Berkshire and the Thames Valley, plus free on-site staff parking.

• Competitive Fringe area salary scale (MPS/UPS) and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.

Application

To apply for this Year 2 Teacher role at a nurturing primary school in Windsor, starting ASAP, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.