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Key Stage 2 Teacher
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Key Stage 2 Teacher
Location: Sutton, London, SM4
Salary: £37,870–£56,154 per year
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start date: 1 September 2026
Salary will reflect experience and qualifications in line with the London Teachers Pay Scale.
Transparency Education is seeking an accomplished and motivated Key Stage 2 Teacher for a full-time, long-term role at a primary school in Sutton.
The successful teacher will take responsibility for a Key Stage 2 class and will help pupils develop the academic knowledge, independence and confidence needed for the next stage of their education.
This position would suit a teacher who combines strong subject knowledge with clear classroom routines, purposeful assessment and an ambitious approach to pupil achievement.
The role
Your responsibilities will include:
- Planning and delivering well-structured lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
- Setting clear learning objectives and maintaining high expectations.
- Teaching reading, writing and mathematics with confidence and accuracy.
- Using assessment to identify misconceptions and plan targeted support.
- Preparing pupils for age-related curriculum expectations.
- Differentiating learning for pupils with SEND, EAL and varying levels of attainment.
- Encouraging independence, resilience and positive learning habits.
- Managing classroom behaviour consistently and fairly.
- Working closely with teaching assistants, year-group colleagues and school leaders.
- Providing constructive feedback to pupils and communicating progress to parents.
- Contributing to curriculum planning, moderation and school improvement activities.
- Following all safeguarding, assessment and professional policies.
- Depending on the year group, the role may also include supporting pupils with upper Key Stage 2 assessment or transition to secondary school.
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About you
We would like to hear from teachers who:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status.
- Have recent and successful Key Stage 2 teaching experience.
- Possess secure knowledge of the primary National Curriculum.
- Can demonstrate strong teaching in English and mathematics.
- Use assessment and feedback effectively to improve outcomes.
- Have confident classroom and behaviour-management skills.
- Can challenge higher-attaining pupils while supporting those who require additional help.
- Are organised, reflective and committed to professional development.
- Communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues and families.
- Have high expectations for every child.
- Experience teaching Year 5 or Year 6, preparing pupils for statutory assessments or leading a curriculum subject would be advantageous.
What this opportunity offers
- A salary of £37,870–£56,154, depending on experience and responsibilities.
- A stable, full-time role for the academic year.
- The opportunity to make a measurable impact on pupil progress.
- Support from an established leadership and teaching team.
- Opportunities to develop curriculum or subject-leadership experience.
- Potential progression into a permanent position.
Why work via Transparency Education?
Transparency Education 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:
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- 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 us 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.
Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Transparency Education 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.
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