Year 2 Teacher | Waltham Forest
Location: Waltham Forest, London
Contract: Full Time | Long-Term Supply
Start Date: 2nd November 2026
Duration: Until July 2027
Pay: £160 - £300 per day, depending on experience
Future Opportunity: Permanent role from September 2027
ECTs: Welcomed
Year 2 Teacher - Waltham Forest
Are you looking for a teaching role where you can take ownership of your own class for the remainder of the academic year?
A welcoming primary school in Waltham Forest is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Year 2 Teacher from 2nd November 2026, following the October half-term break.
This long-term Year 2 Teacher role will run through to July 2027, giving you the opportunity to settle into the school, build meaningful relationships with your pupils and make a real impact on their progress throughout the year.
The successful teacher will also have the opportunity to move into a permanent position from September 2027.
The Role
As a Year 2 Teacher in Waltham Forest, you will:
- Take full responsibility for a Year 2 class
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the KS1 curriculum
- Prepare pupils for the important transition towards Key Stage 2
- Adapt learning to support a range of abilities and needs
- Monitor pupil progress and use assessment effectively
- Create a positive and well-managed classroom
- Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
- Play an active role in the wider school community
What We're Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Previous primary teaching experience or relevant teacher training
- Good understanding of the KS1 curriculum
- Strong classroom and behaviour management
- A positive, organised and enthusiastic approach
- High expectations for pupil progress and behaviour
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
- ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply
Why Apply?
- £160 - £300 per day
- Long-term role from November 2026 until July 2027
- Opportunity for a permanent role from September 2027
- Chance to establish yourself within one school
- Full classroom responsibility and valuable KS1 experience
- Supportive recruitment consultant throughout the process
If you're a Year 2 Teacher looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity in Waltham Forest, this could be a fantastic chance to make your mark.
Apply today to find out more about this Year 2 Teacher role in Waltham Forest.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
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