Job Description
Year 2 Teacher
Could you take responsibility for a Year 2 class and deliver engaging lessons during a maternity cover placement?
This Year 2 Teacher opportunity in Wolverhampton involves planning and teaching the KS1 curriculum, assessing pupil progress and preparing children for their transition into Key Stage 2.
*** Year 2 Teacher
*** January 2027 to July 2027 (maternity cover)
*** MPS1 - MPS4 salary scale
*** Primary school based in Wolverhampton
*** Full classroom responsibility for a Year 2 class
Your Duties
The School
This Wolverhampton primary school is looking for a committed Year 2 Teacher to provide continuity throughout a maternity cover placement. You will take responsibility for your own class, maintaining curriculum progress and establishing clear expectations for learning and behaviour. The position offers valuable experience of KS1 teaching, assessment and classroom management, with the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution during an important stage of pupils' development.
The Requirements
Apply
Apply today with your CV for this Year 2 Teacher maternity cover opportunity in Wolverhampton. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 3 working days to discuss the school and next steps.
Due to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.
Could you take responsibility for a Year 2 class and deliver engaging lessons during a maternity cover placement?
This Year 2 Teacher opportunity in Wolverhampton involves planning and teaching the KS1 curriculum, assessing pupil progress and preparing children for their transition into Key Stage 2.
*** Year 2 Teacher
*** January 2027 to July 2027 (maternity cover)
*** MPS1 - MPS4 salary scale
*** Primary school based in Wolverhampton
*** Full classroom responsibility for a Year 2 class
Your Duties
- Plan and deliver engaging Year 2 lessons across the KS1 curriculum, meeting national curriculum expectations.
- Teach phonics, reading comprehension and writing, developing pupils' spelling, grammar and sentence construction.
- Develop mathematical fluency through place value, calculation, fractions and practical problem-solving activities.
- Assess pupil attainment, mark work and use assessment findings to identify learning gaps and plan next steps.
- Differentiate lessons for varying abilities, providing appropriate challenges and support for pupils with additional needs.
- Maintain positive classroom behaviour, communicate with parents and prepare pupils for their transition into KS2.
The School
This Wolverhampton primary school is looking for a committed Year 2 Teacher to provide continuity throughout a maternity cover placement. You will take responsibility for your own class, maintaining curriculum progress and establishing clear expectations for learning and behaviour. The position offers valuable experience of KS1 teaching, assessment and classroom management, with the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution during an important stage of pupils' development.
The Requirements
- Qualifications – Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a recognised degree in any subject.
- GCSE Qualifications – English, Maths and Science at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent qualifications.
- Enhanced DBS – An Enhanced DBS with the appropriate children's barred list check is required before starting.
- Curriculum Knowledge – Secure understanding of the KS1 curriculum, phonics teaching and Year 2 assessment expectations.
- Teaching Experience – Previous KS1 classroom experience, including placements, with confidence planning and delivering lessons independently.
- Classroom Management – Strong organisation, positive behaviour management and effective communication with pupils, parents and staff.
Apply
Apply today with your CV for this Year 2 Teacher maternity cover opportunity in Wolverhampton. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 3 working days to discuss the school and next steps.
Due to the number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.