Year 2 Class Teacher – Worthing Primary School

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated, and inspirational Year 2 Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring all pupils are supported, challenged, and inspired to achieve their full potential. They will create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes academic progress, wellbeing, and personal development in line with the National Curriculum and the school's values.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, creative, and differentiated lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Assess, monitor, and record pupils' progress, using assessment information to inform future planning and intervention.
• Prepare pupils effectively for the end of Key Stage 1 assessments while maintaining a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom where children feel valued, respected, and motivated to learn.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and colleagues to support children's learning and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and other staff to ensure effective classroom support.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance, and safeguarding in accordance with school policies.
• Contribute to curriculum development, school improvement initiatives, and extracurricular activities where appropriate.
• Attend staff meetings, training, parent consultations, and school events as required.
• Maintain accurate records and complete reports in line with school expectations.

Person SpecificationThe successful candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally Year 2.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and assessment requirements for Key Stage 1.
• Be an enthusiastic and reflective practitioner with high expectations for all pupils.
• Have excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Be committed to inclusive education and meeting the needs of children with diverse learning abilities.
• Work effectively as part of a supportive team while also demonstrating initiative.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for delivering engaging lessons.
• Ability to inspire confidence, resilience, and independence in young learners.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.