Job Description
Are you a passionate and committed primary teacher looking for your next role? Do you have a strong interest in Key Stage 1 and want to work in a diverse, inclusive school community in South Manchester? If so, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.
Tradewind are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic Year 2 Teacher to join a welcoming and high-achieving primary school in Withington on a full-time basis from May.
You will take full responsibility for a year 2 class, initially through to the end of the academic year, with potential for extension. The school offers a rich, engaging curriculum that reflects its vibrant and multicultural community, with a strong emphasis on early reading, language development, and pupil wellbeing. Staff benefit from a collaborative team environment, supportive leadership, and access to high-quality teaching resources.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Experience teaching within KS1, with a secure understanding of the Primary National Curriculum
* Confidence in delivering phonics (experience with structured programmes such as Read Write Inc. is desirable)
* A nurturing, inclusive approach and the ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families
* Experience using schemes such as White Rose Maths and structured reading programmes to support learning
* Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create an engaging, supportive learning environment
* Excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach
Essential requirements:
* QTS (or an equivalent teaching qualification)
* Experience teaching in KS1 with excellent references to support your previous experience
* Be subject to an enhanced DBS check and Overseas Police Check (if applicable).
* Have a right to work in the UK
To apply, please contact Marielle on or email
The Benefits of Working with Tradewind
* Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
* Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
* Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you
* Your well being matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
* We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer
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