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Job title Year 2 Teacher Job reference 000012601 Date posted 22/10/2026 Application closing date 27/11/2026 Working Pattern Blank Salary Main Pay Scale Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Teaching Attachments Blank Job description
Location: Portway Infant School, Derby
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Temporary maternity cover
Our governing board are seeking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic professional with a supportive approach to teaching and learning to join our team as a Year 2 teacher.
We offer candidates,
- supportive, friendly, highly motivated and committed staff and governing body
- a positive ethos where all are valued
- pleasant and polite children
The successful candidate will,
- be an excellent classroom practitioner
- be committed to high standards of achievement
- have enthusiasm and drive
In this post you will support the school vision to provide a caring and stimulating environment where everyone is valued and every child achieves their full potential by helping to provide the highest quality education to all our children. You will be working with a team committed to embedding excellence in everything we do.
We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination, and developing community cohesion. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Portway Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment therefore,
- All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
- In line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education) 2026, a digital screening check will also be carried out prior to interview.
- This role involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and, as such, it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children
Details and application form attached to this advertisement or available from,
Portway Infant School
Woodlands Road
Allestree
Derby
DE22 2HE
The closing date for this vacancy is 27 November 2026 at 12:00pm. Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held w/c 7 December 2026
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Year 2 Teacher employer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL
Derby City Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while making a significant impact on the community. With generous annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to equality and inclusion, employees are supported in achieving a healthy work-life balance. The council also offers extensive learning and development opportunities, ensuring that every team member can grow their career in a collaborative and ambitious environment.
