Year 2 teacher

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 approachEssential 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 UKTo apply, please contact Marielle on (phone number removed) 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 #INDMANC