training and education
E-learning modules
£141 - £163 per day
Stevenage
Are you a passionate, Qualified Primary Teacher with a specialist flair for English, phonics, and children's literature?
Can you inspire a deep, lifelong love for reading and writing while elevating communication standards across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2?
We are looking for a dedicated Qualified Primary English Teacher (QTS) to join our partner Primary School in Stevenage for a long-term or permanent placement starting in September 2026. This vibrant, forward-thinking school places a premium on literacy development, early reading frameworks, and creative writing. This full-time role is perfect for an enthusiastic educator who can deliver a balanced, imaginative Primary English curriculum, close learning gaps, and build the confidence that empowers every child to articulate their ideas clearly.
Your Responsibilities
- Inspirational English Delivery: Plan, prepare, and execute high-quality literacy and English lessons that align with the National Curriculum, ensuring accessibility for lower-ability pupils and stretch opportunities for higher-attainers.
- Early Reading & Phonics Mastery: Lead or support systematic synthetic phonics programs (such as Little Wandle or Read Write Inc.) to build foundational literacy skills in early years and KS1.
- Creative Writing & Oracy: Design engaging modules foutilisingcused on poetry, structured storytelling, and grammar, while cultivating classroom debates and presentation opportunities to enhance student oracy.
- Progress Assessment & Tracking: Implement robust assessment frameworks to accurately monitor reading ages, writing stamina, and comprehension skills, utilising data to inform targeted catch-up strategies.
- Inclusive Classroom Leadership: Manage and deploy classroom Teaching Assistants effectively to support pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Special Educational Needs (SEND).
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) / QTLS: Mandatory. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with a strong primary English specialisation are welcome to apply.
- Primary Curriculum Expertise: A deep, up-to-date knowledge of the primary English curriculum, spelling, punctuation, and grammar (SPAG) frameworks, and effective reading strategies.
- Engaging Classroom Management: The ability to cultivate a highly organised, positive, and behaviour-managed classroom ecosystem where students feel safe to express their ideas.
- Commitment to the Full Academic Year: The professional reliability to take on a full classroom responsibility role starting in September 2026.
- Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new one via Randstad).
Why Partner with Randstad?
- Competitive Pay : £141 - £163 per day
- Secure Your Autumn Term Early: Step into the summer holidays with the absolute peace of mind that your full-time September 2026 contract is locked in.
- Premium Stevenage Network: Gain access to beautifully resourced local schools boasting exceptional libraries, tech-enabled classrooms, and strong leadership teams.
- Certified Portfolio Enhancement: Elevate your credentials with free access to our library of certified CPD courses, including Advanced Behaviour Management, Phonics Training, and Safeguarding.
- Dedicated Consultant Advocacy: Work closely with Neeraj, your specialist recruitment partner, who will fast-track your compliance and support your professional growth.
- Referral Scheme: Earn a £300 voucher as a thank you for every qualified teacher or primary support worker you successfully refer to our agency!
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.
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