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Year 2 Teacher

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 176 - 240 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Harpenden, Hertfordshire

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Are you a passionate and dedicated Year 2 Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity within a nurturing and forward-thinking primary school? We are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded co-educational primary school in Harpenden, part of a respected multi-academy trust, for a Year 2 Teacher to join the team on a full-time maternity cover basis, starting September 2026.

About the School
 The school is a welcoming and inclusive community, known for its strong focus on academic excellence, wellbeing, and personal development. As part of a wider trust, the school benefits from high standards, excellent support, and a shared commitment to creating an outstanding learning environment.

Their unique "Hearts and Minds" curriculum prioritises academic, social and emotional development, ensuring that children not only achieve but thrive. The school places a strong emphasis on mental health, mindfulness, and enriching experiences beyond the classroom.

The school values:

A nurturing, supportive environment
High expectations and strong academic standards
Holistic child development through wellbeing and mindfulness
A rich and diverse curriculum, with a focus on first-hand learning experiencesWhat the school offers:

A broad range of extracurricular activities
Special themed days such as World Smile Day and World Peace Day
Well-being and sports weeks
Year 5 and Year 6 residential trips
Whole school charity fundraising events as part of the Hearts and Minds project
Sustainability week and other creative learning initiativesThe Role - Year 2 Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Harpenden
 We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Year 2 teacher who can deliver high-quality teaching and support the school's ethos and values. This is a full-time, maternity cover position, starting in April 2026.

Key responsibilities:

Plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons in line with the school's curriculum
Support the social and emotional development of pupils
Maintain high standards of behaviour and learning
Promote wellbeing and mindfulness across the classroom
Collaborate with staff to ensure a consistent and inclusive learning environmentThe ideal candidate will:

Hold QTS (or equivalent)
Have proven experience teaching in Key Stage 1
Demonstrate excellent classroom management and organisational skills
Be committed to holistic child development and wellbeing
Be confident delivering creative, hands-on learning experiences
Be enthusiastic, adaptable and a strong team player
Able to commute to HarpendenLocation: Harpenden
 Start Date: September 2026
 Contract Type: Full-time, maternity cover

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