Location: Wavertree, Liverpool
Job Title: Key Stage 2 Teacher (KS2)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
About the Role
A vibrant primary school in Wavertree, Liverpool, is urgently seeking a committed and enthusiastic KS2 Teacher to join their team immediately. This full-time, permanent position is ideal for a teacher who thrives on creating engaging, inclusive, and supportive learning environments for Years 3–6.
The successful candidate will deliver creative and inspiring lessons across the KS2 curriculum, catering to pupils of diverse abilities, including those with SEND and EAL needs. You will be responsible for developing pupils' academic, social, and emotional growth, helping them become confident, resilient, and independent learners.
This role is an ASAP start, offering a chance to quickly integrate into the school and positively influence pupils' outcomes from day one.
About the School
The school in Wavertree prides itself on a friendly, inclusive, and achievement-focused culture. With a strong emphasis on pastoral care and pupil wellbeing, the school ensures that all children have the opportunity to thrive academically and personally.
Key features of the school include:
* Modern classrooms equipped with digital learning technology
* Strong SEN provision and support staff to deliver personalised learning
* Emphasis on literacy, numeracy, and creative subjects, fostering a well-rounded education
* A wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including sports, arts, music, and STEM clubs
* Collaborative staff culture promoting professional growth and innovation
* Close engagement with parents, carers, and the wider Wavertree community
The school is committed to preparing pupils for secondary education, nurturing curiosity, critical thinking, and resilience, while ensuring they develop positive social skills and emotional intelligence.
Key Responsibilities
As a KS2 Teacher, you will:
* Plan and deliver engaging lessons across all KS2 subjects
* Differentiate learning to meet the needs of SEND, EAL, and high-attaining pupils
* Maintain a structured, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment
* Monitor pupil progress, analyse assessment data, and deliver targeted interventions
* Encourage positive behaviour, resilience, and independence in pupils
* Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies
* Support school initiatives, enrichment programs, and extracurricular activities
* Collaborate with colleagues, teaching assistants, and senior leaders to enhance teaching and learning standards
* Contribute to school improvement plans, curriculum development, and leadership initiatives
* Uphold professional standards, safeguarding procedures, and school policies at all times
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will:
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Have proven experience teaching Years 3–6 in a primary school setting
* Be confident with classroom management and proactive in addressing challenges
* Have experience supporting SEND and EAL pupils
* Be enthusiastic, adaptable, and committed to pupil success
* Possess strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
* Demonstrate creativity in lesson planning and teaching approaches
Desirable attributes include:
* Experience leading a subject or school initiative
* Knowledge of digital learning platforms and technology-enhanced teaching
* Ability to contribute to extracurricular clubs and enrichment programs
* Familiarity with national assessment frameworks and intervention strategies
Professional Development
The school offers:
* Continuous professional development for teaching and leadership
* Mentoring programs for early career teachers and career progression opportunities
* Collaborative networks with other Liverpool schools
* Opportunities to lead projects, extracurricular activities, and school initiatives
Why Apply?
* Immediate start – make a difference from day one
* Work in a supportive, forward-thinking school committed to excellence
* Full-time, permanent role with career progression opportunities
* Join a passionate, collaborative team dedicated to pupil development
* Contribute to the school's enrichment programs and wider initiatives
Safeguarding Statement
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks and reference verification. Staff are expected to follow all safeguarding policies and procedures diligently.
Apply Now
If you are an enthusiastic, committed KS2 Teacher looking for an ASAP start in Wavertree, Liverpool, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a school that values creativity, inclusion, and academic excellence, making a direct and lasting impact on pupils' learning and development.