Year 2 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover (ASAP Start)

Year 2 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover (ASAP Start)

Brent

MPS / UPS

Long term basis until the end of the academic year

A leading, high‑achieving primary school is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Year 2 Teacher to join their team as soon as possible on a maternity cover contract, with the strong possibility of a longer‑term or permanent role for the right candidate.​

Role overview

• Position: Year 2 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
• Start date: ASAP
• Contract: Full‑time, fixed term with potential extension/permanent appointment
• Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience, in line with School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions)​

About the school

• A leading primary school with a warm, inclusive ethos and a strong reputation for high standards of teaching and learning.​
• Well‑resourced classrooms, supportive senior leadership and a collaborative staff team committed to continuous improvement and pupil wellbeing.​
• Engaged parents and carers, with a strong focus on home–school partnerships to support every child to thrive.​

Key responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess engaging Year 2 lessons across the full National Curriculum, ensuring progress for pupils of all abilities.​
• Create a positive, stimulating classroom environment that promotes independence, good behaviour and a love of learning.
• Use a range of assessment strategies to track pupil progress, inform planning and prepare children effectively for end‑of‑KS1 expectations.​
• Work closely with teaching assistants, colleagues and parents to support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development.
• Contribute to wider school life through staff meetings, events, trips and extracurricular or enrichment activities where appropriate.​

Person specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and proven experience teaching in KS1, ideally Year 2.
• Strong understanding of the Year 2 curriculum, assessment frameworks and age‑appropriate pedagogy.​
• High expectations of pupil attainment, progress and behaviour, with the ability to build positive relationships with children and families.​
• A reflective, flexible practitioner who is willing to contribute ideas and work as part of a supportive team.

Safeguarding and how to apply

• The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.​
• This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, online checks and satisfactory references in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

To apply, please send your up‑to‑date CV and a brief supporting statement outlining your relevant KS1/Year 2 experience and availability to start immediately. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly to arrange interview and lesson observation.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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