Ks2 Teacher Job at Randstad (St. Albans)

Job Description

Are you a passionate Key Stage 2 teacher who excels at transforming abstract curriculum concepts into thrilling moments of classroom discovery? Do you possess the refined behavioural strategies needed to cultivate a focused, respectful learning environment where junior pupils confidently take ownership of their academic progress? Are you eager to bring your collaborative talents to a wonderful, community-focused primary school that actively invests in your professional growth? On behalf of our fantastic partner Primary School, we are seeking to appoint a Qualified Key Stage 2 Teacher for a full-time, long-term contract beginning in September 2026. Taking on this full-time role means assuming total classroom ownership-propelling pupil progress, navigating the journey toward SATs where applicable, and nurturing a lifelong curiosity for learning.

Job Responsibility

Engaging Lesson Delivery: Plan and facilitate high-quality, thought-provoking lessons aligned with the Key Stage 2 National Curriculum, adapting your teaching strategies to stretch high-ability pupils while supporting all learners
Progress Tracking & Assessment: Monitor student milestones using robust formative and summative evaluation tools, translating data into effective academic support, target setting, or upper-tier enrichment activities
Classroom Team Leadership: Coordinate and collaborate with your classroom Teaching Assistants constructively, ensuring pupils with SEND and EAL requirements receive targeted, empowering guidance
Positive Environment: Foster a calm, stimulating, and respectful classroom culture rooted in positive reinforcement, clear operational routines, and emotional safety
Parental Partnership: Maintain transparent, professional, and consistent communication with parents and guardians regarding student breakthroughs, behaviour, and overall well-being
Collaborative School Contribution: Participate actively in year-group planning sessions, routine staff meetings, professional development days, and whole-school events

Requirements

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Mandatory. A proven track record of successful teaching within a UK primary school setting, specifically across Key Stage 2 (Years 3 to 6). Both seasoned practitioners and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome
Curriculum Confidence: A comprehensive, modern understanding of the KS2 curriculum framework, continuous assessment practices, and effective literacy, writing, and mastery-approach numeracy strategies
Confident Classroom Management: The ability to establish clear boundaries, hold junior students to high behavioural expectations, and inspire a focused, optimistic learning atmosphere from day one
Long-Term Consistency: The professional reliability to commit to a full-time, Monday-to-Friday teaching schedule starting in September 2026 for the full academic year
Compliance: A current Enhanced Child DBS registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new application through Randstad)

What we offer

Pay : £141 - £163 per day
Early Professional Security: Head into the summer holidays with complete peace of mind, knowing your full-time autumn placement is fully secured and finalised
Excellent St Albans Network: Gain access to beautifully resourced local schools that boast stellar facilities, enthusiastic pupils, and highly supportive, approachable leadership teams
Free Skill Development: Expand your professional portfolio with complimentary, unlimited access to our certified CPD learning academy, featuring courses on Behaviour Management, Guided Reading Support, SEND Strategies, and Advanced Safeguarding
Bespoke Consultant Advocacy: Work one-on-one with Neeraj, your dedicated recruitment expert, who handles your compliance, offers local market insights, and manages your day-to-day placement needs
Referral Rewards: Earn a £300 retail voucher as a token of our appreciation whenever you successfully introduce another qualified colleague to our agency network

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