Year 3 Class Teacher
Location: Islington, London, UK
Salary: £180 – £300 per day
Job Type: Full Time, Temporary, Sickness Cover (initially a few weeks, with potential extension)
Start Date: 13 April 2026
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience.
About the Role
Teach Now is working in partnership with a welcoming, community-focused primary school in Islington, just a short walk from Archway Underground Station. The school serves a diverse North London community and is recognised for its strong ethos of care, high expectations, and a rich, engaging curriculum that fosters confidence, resilience, and a love of learning.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Year 3 Class Teacher to provide sickness cover. The position is expected to last for a minimum of a few weeks and may extend through to the end of the academic year, depending on the school’s needs.
Join a small, friendly primary school with a strong community ethos and “we aim high” values, known for its focus on pupil wellbeing, inclusive practice and a diverse community, supported by a collaborative staff team and well-resourced classrooms.
Requirements
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 3
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to build positive relationships quickly with pupils and staff
• Confident in planning and delivering high-quality, differentiated lessons
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and pupil wellbeing
• Flexible, proactive and able to integrate into an established team
Key Responsibilities
• Take full class responsibility for a Year 3 class
• Plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons aligned with a broad and balanced curriculum
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports both wellbeing and academic progress
• Work collaboratively with the phase team, support staff and senior leaders to ensure continuity of learning
• Implement the school’s behaviour and wellbeing strategies, including trauma-informed and inclusive practices
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including pupils with additional needs and EAL
Benefits
• Competitive daily rate (£180–£300)
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, community-driven school
• Collaborative staff environment with strong leadership support
• Well-resourced teaching environment
• Potential for extended placement through the academic year
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance