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Year 2 Teacher
Job Posted: 20 hours ago
Salary: £ 33,074 - 45,037 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Academics are recruiting for a well regarded 2 form entry primary school in Hemel Hempstead. The school is looking for a passionate and committed Year 2 Teacher to cover a maternity leave beginning in September 2025. With the current teacher remaining in post until October, there will be a smooth and thorough handover period to ensure continuity and a confident start for both you and the pupils.
Key Role Information
Year 2 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
September 2025 Start
MPS1 to MPS6 depending on experience
2-Form Entry School that is OFSTED Rated 'Good' within Hemel Hempstead
About the School
This vibrant and inclusive school is known for its strong community ethos and commitment to pupil success. The leadership team has fostered a culture of collaboration, pride, and excellence, and both staff and pupils enjoy being part of this supportive environment.
Pupils love coming to school each day, and their achievements are celebrated throughout the building with vibrant displays showcasing their learning journey.
Life as a Year 2 Teacher
As a Year 2 teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping children's early learning experiences as they complete Key Stage 1. You will help pupils develop greater independence, confidence, and mastery of key skills in literacy and numeracy while fostering curiosity and creativity across the curriculum.
Your days will be varied, fun, and rewarding, featuring:
Delivering engaging phonics, reading, and writing lessons to strengthen core skills
Supporting children through SATs preparation in a calm, positive way
Nurturing social skills, emotional development, and teamwork
Leading creative projects, science investigations, and topic work
Using hands-on activities and practical resources to make learning memorable
Building strong relationships with parents and carers to support home learning
Working closely with your parallel Year 2 teacher for shared planning and ideasIf you enjoy seeing young children make huge leaps in their learning and want to be part of a supportive team that values your ideas and professional development, this could be the ideal role for you.
What the School Offers
Collaborative planning with a parallel Year 2 teacher
Opportunities for professional growth within a strong team
Well-equipped classrooms and excellent teaching resources
A welcoming, child-focused school cultureThe Ideal Candidate
The school is seeking a teacher who is committed to delivering engaging, challenging, and creative lessons. You will promote a respectful, inclusive, and positive classroom environment while supporting each child's academic and personal growth.
You should:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Be enthusiastic and innovative in your teaching approach
Be open to training and professional development
Have strong behaviour and classroom management skills
Work well as part of a team and with the wider school community
Be well-organised, motivated, and resilient
Be available to start in September 2025Contact Academics' Berkhamsted office for additional informationBefore You Apply
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