Year 2 Teacher

Year 2 Class Teacher – Leigh (WN7)

Location: Leigh, Wigan

Start Date: September 2025

Contract Type: Temporary – Full-Time & Part-Time Options Available

Salary: Pay-to-Scale

Are you a nurturing and motivated Key Stage 1 teacher looking for a rewarding new opportunity in a supportive, community-driven school?

Teaching Personnel is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Leigh (WN7) that is seeking a dedicated Year 2 class teacher to join their team from September 2025. This is an exciting chance to make a real impact during a pivotal stage in pupils’ learning journeys, within a school that values creativity, inclusion, and positive relationships.

About the Role:

As the Year 2 teacher, you will:

-          Deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 curriculum.

-          Foster a warm, supportive learning environment that promotes independence and curiosity.

-          Use effective assessment strategies to track progress and plan next steps.

-          Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and colleagues across the phase.

-          Support children’s transition into Key Stage 2 with a focus on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development.

What We’re Looking For:

-          Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

-          Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered to the Update Service.

-          Recent classroom experience in Key Stage 1, preferably Year 2.

-          Strong knowledge of phonics teaching.

-          A caring, engaging approach with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing and progress.

-          Confident use of digital tools to support and enhance learning.

Why Choose This School?

-          A values-led community that promotes kindness, respect, and inclusion.

-          Enthusiastic pupils and supportive families.

-          An approachable senior leadership team that values staff wellbeing.

-          Ongoing professional development through Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy.

-          Flexible working options (full-time, part-time).

-          Refer-a-teacher bonus of up to £250.

-          Free on-site parking and excellent transport links via A579/A580.

-          Easy access to the TP Candidate App for role alerts and payslips.

Apply Today!

If you're a passionate Year 2 teacher ready to inspire young learners and grow within a positive school culture, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your latest CV to begin your application, or call the Wigan & Warrington team on 01942 355 059 for more details.

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