Primary School Teacher - KS2 - September start

Location: Sandbach, Cheshire
Contract: September 2026 – February Half-Term 2027
Hours: Full-time
Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic KS2 Primary School Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Sandbach. This is a full-time, fixed-term role beginning in September and continuing until the February Half-Term.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for a Key Stage 2 class, delivering high-quality teaching and creating an engaging, inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and creative lessons in line with the KS2 curriculum.
• Create a positive, supportive, and stimulating classroom environment that fosters curiosity and confidence.
• Monitor and track pupil progress, maintaining accurate records and providing feedback to pupils and parents.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants, and leadership to support whole-school priorities.
• Contribute to behaviour management and maintain high expectations for learning and conduct.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies when required.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and school events.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and ensure the welfare and safety of all pupils.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, whether through previous roles or placements.
• Strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum and assessment frameworks.
• Ability to create inclusive and differentiated lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, flexible, and proactive attitude.

• Experience working with SEN pupils or delivering targeted interventions.
• Familiarity with phonics programmes such as Little Wandle, Read Write Inc, or Letters and Sounds.
• Experience delivering continuous provision or play-based learning approaches.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and appropriate reference screening.