KS2 Teacher - Manchester

Year 6 Teacher - Maternity Cover Opportunity

Are you an experienced Year 6 teacher ready for your next exciting challenge? Or maybe an ECT with a KS2 preference. Tradewind is seeking a dedicated, passionate educator to join one of our partner schools in Manchester for a maternity cover role. If you're committed to making a difference in an urban school environment and love working with Upper Key Stage 2 pupils, we'd love to hear from you!

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be passionate about teaching as a vocation, especially in a dynamic urban setting
• Firmly believe every child, regardless of background, can achieve their full potential
• Be motivated by pupil learning and achievement across the full primary curriculum
• Uphold high expectations for learning and behaviour
• Commit to teaching that engages and accelerates pupil progress
• Embrace reflection, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills

Role Details:

• Location: Manchester
• Class: Year 6
• Duration: January 2025 - August 2025 (maternity cover)
• Schedule: Full time
• Pay: £130 - £190 per day (based on experience, with potential for higher rates)

What This School Offers:

• A vibrant, diverse community with over 670 pupils from varied backgrounds, speaking more than 40 languages
• A welcoming and positive school environment, with enthusiastic students and supportive parents
• A "Good" Ofsted rating (#####), with "Outstanding" areas and a record of strong student achievement
• A senior leadership team that prioritises staff development, innovation, and wellbeing
• Collaborative staff culture with ample professional development opportunities, including cross-school collaboration

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver dynamic lessons aligned with the KS2 National Curriculum and the school's creative approach
• Scaffold age-appropriate learning to support each pupil's success
• Maintain detailed records, addressing learning gaps to ensure strong attainment
• Foster trust-based relationships with pupils and engage collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, key stage teams, and other staff

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong references demonstrating prior teaching experience
• Complete employment history on your CV
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable references

Why Join Tradewind Recruitment / SANZA Teaching Agency / Accelerate Teaching?

• Competitive pay rates with tailored expert advice
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources through our National College partnership
• Flexible work options: daily supply, long-term contracts, and local permanent roles
• Supportive wellbeing initiatives, with Tradewind named a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four years running
• Dedicated service as an Equal Opportunities Employer

If this sounds like your ideal role, reach out to Tamara at#####1 67#####38 or via email at #####. We look forward to connecting!