A forward-thinking Colchester primary seeks a reflective and versatile KS2 Teacher to join its Key Stage 2 team on a Part-Time basis from January 2026. This Part-Time KS2 Teacher post offers a balanced workload while enabling the KS2 Teacher to deliver high-impact teaching. The KS2 Teacher will take part in pre-term planning before January 2026, attend induction in January 2026, and commence teaching from January 2026 on the agreed Part-Time timetable.
Why this Part-Time KS2 Teacher role?
The Part-Time KS2 Teacher vacancy is designed for skilled practitioners who want to maintain a sustainable work pattern while making a significant impact. The KS2 Teacher will teach planned sequences across KS2 subjects, run interventions and join moderation activities that begin before January 2026 and continue after January 2026. Though Part-Time, the KS2 Teacher will be fully integrated into phase planning and will attend core CPD sessions scheduled from January 2026.
A week in the life of the KS2 Teacher
Mornings: the KS2 Teacher leads high-quality English and maths lessons that embed retrieval practice. Afternoons: the KS2 Teacher leads foundation subject projects, assessment review and small-group support. The KS2 Teacher will contribute to pupil progress meetings, parent consultations and curriculum innovation that start with planning prior to January 2026 and continue beyond January 2026.
KS2 Teacher — candidate profile
We are looking for a KS2 Teacher with QTS, a breadth across upper and lower KS2 and strong behaviour strategies. The KS2 Teacher should be ready to prepare prior to January 2026, attend induction in January 2026, and teach from January 2026 in a Part-Time capacity — fully participating in school life while maintaining a balanced timetable.
This Part-Time KS2 Teacher post starting January 2026 offers mentoring, a collaborative culture and real opportunities for professional development.
To be considered for this KS2 Teacher position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV.