Year 2 Teacher | Temporary Opportunity | Catholic Primary School | St Helens

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive Catholic primary school in St Helens, seeking an enthusiastic and committed Year 2 Teacher to join their dedicated team on a temporary basis from October 2026 until February 2027, covering a planned staff operation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding teacher or ambitious Early Career Teacher to lead a Year 2 class at a crucial stage in pupils' learning. You will play a key role in preparing children for the transition into Key Stage 2, helping them develop confidence, resilience and a lifelong love of learning.

The school has a strong Catholic ethos, placing kindness, respect and high aspirations at the heart of everything it does. Staff are supported by an experienced leadership team that values collaboration, wellbeing and professional growth.

Location: St Helens
Contract: Full-time, Temporary (October 2026 to February 2027)
Salary: Daily rate from £135 - £198

Why join this school?

• Teach in a nurturing Catholic primary school with a strong sense of community.
• Join a supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and professional development.
• Work alongside experienced colleagues who share ideas and celebrate success.
• Deliver high-quality teaching that positively impacts pupil progress and achievement.
• Access ongoing CPD and mentoring throughout your placement.
• Enjoy a positive working environment where work-life balance is genuinely valued.

The role

As the Year 2 Class Teacher, you will be responsible for creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment where every child can achieve their potential.

You will:

• Plan and deliver creative, high-quality lessons aligned with the Key Stage 1 curriculum.
• Prepare pupils confidently for the end of Key Stage 1 expectations.
• Monitor progress through effective assessment and adapt teaching to meet individual needs.
• Foster a positive classroom culture built on encouragement, respect and high expectations.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, SEND staff and senior leaders to ensure every child receives the support they need.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers to support children's learning and development.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 1, ideally Year 2.
• A passion for helping every child achieve their very best.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous professional development.

Applications from enthusiastic Early Career Teachers with relevant Key Stage 1 experience are warmly welcomed.

Apply today

A specialist Teaching Personnel consultant will be in touch to discuss this exciting Year 2 teaching opportunity in St Helens.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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