Job Title: Year 2 Teacher

Location: Slough, Berkshire (Fringe Area)

School Type: Primary School (Key Stage 1)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: MPS / UPS (Fringe Pay Scale)

Role Overview

An inclusive primary school in Slough is seeking a warm, dedicated, and ambitious Year 2 Teacher to join their energetic Key Stage 1 team ASAP. In this key role, you will guide a enthusiastic Year 2 class through an important year of growth, consolidating core skills in literacy, numeracy, and systematic phonics while preparing pupils for Key Stage 1 assessments and their upcoming transition into Key Stage 2. You will deliver a rich, balanced curriculum that fosters curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced primary teachers are equally encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum.

• Utilize systematic synthetic phonics, guided reading, and mastery mathematics approaches to accelerate pupil progress in core subjects.

• Monitor and record pupil development using formative and summative assessments to inform targeted interventions and extend high attainers.

• Maintain a structured, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

• Collaborate closely with teaching assistants, the SENCO, and pastoral support teams to tailor learning for SEND and EAL pupils.

• Build strong, collaborative relationships with parents and carers to support home learning and pupil progress.

Key Requirements

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

• Proven teaching experience or strong placement record in Key Stage 1 (experience in Year 2 is highly desirable).

• Sound understanding of the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum, assessment frameworks, and early reading/phonics strategies.

• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• Well-resourced Key Stage 1 learning environments equipped with modern interactive technology and outdoor learning spaces.

• Supportive senior leadership team committed to staff wellbeing, sensible workload management, and structured ECT mentorship.

• Excellent Slough location with strong road connections (M4/A4) and rail links, plus free on-site staff parking.

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

Application

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