Full Time | Permanent | September 2026 Start
Salary: £37,870 - £56,154 (M1 – U3)
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience.
Are you an enthusiastic and committed Key Stage 2 Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity in a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Islington?
Teach Now is recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded one-form-entry primary school seeking a passionate KS2 Teacher to join their supportive and collaborative team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers who are dedicated to delivering high-quality education and inspiring children to achieve their full potential.
Located in the heart of Islington, the school serves a diverse and vibrant community and is known for its nurturing ethos, strong leadership and commitment to staff development and wellbeing.
The Role
As a KS2 Teacher, you will take responsibility for a Key Stage 2 class, delivering engaging and creative lessons that promote excellent academic progress, confidence and a genuine love of learning. You will work closely with colleagues, support staff and families to ensure every child thrives in a positive and inclusive environment.
This is a full-time, long-term permanent position with excellent opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
Key Responsibilities
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum
• Assess, monitor and track pupil progress effectively using formative and summative assessment
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment with high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Promote strong literacy, numeracy and communication skills across all subjects
• Support pupils with SEND and EAL through adaptive teaching and inclusive practice
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers to support pupil development
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through clubs, trips and enrichment activities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and participate fully in CPD and school improvement initiatives
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and maintain the highest professional standards
Requirements
To be considered for this KS2 Teacher role, you will need:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching within a UK primary school setting, ideally within Key Stage 2
• Strong knowledge of the KS2 curriculum and effective teaching strategies
• A proven ability to raise attainment and support pupils of varying abilities, including SEND and EAL learners
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A positive, nurturing and proactive approach to teaching and learning
• Commitment to inclusion, equality and pupil wellbeing
Desirable
• Experience teaching in a diverse urban school setting
• Subject leadership strengths or curriculum specialisms
• Experience leading clubs, trips or extra-curricular activities
What the School Offers
• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• Excellent mentoring and professional development opportunities
• Strong leadership and collaborative working culture
• Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
• Opportunities for career progression and subject leadership
• A diverse and inclusive school community
• Convenient Islington location with excellent transport links
Salary & Benefits
• Competitive Inner London salary: £37,870 - £56,154 (M1 – U3)
• Permanent, full-time contract
• Term-time working hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Supportive induction programme for ECTs
• Ongoing CPD and leadership development opportunities
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now 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:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• 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 Teach-Now 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.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now 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
Salary description
£37870.00 - £56154.00 per year