137 jobs found for Ks2 Teacher

KS2 teacher jobs are available in varied contract types, including:

• Permanent KS2 teacher jobs: a permanent position doesn’t have a specific end date. You are contracted to work at the organisation indefinitely, until retirement or until your resignation.
• Temporary KS2 teacher jobs: in a temporary position, you are not tied to one particular employer, as your contract will have a proposed duration. While contract roles present a great opportunity to improve your skills and gain valuable experience, in some cases they result in staying at the organisation post contract, or even taking on a permanent position.
• Part-time KS2 teacher jobs: in a part-time position, you can enjoy reduced work hours, for example covering other teachers, presenting greater work-life balance.

Full-time KS2 teacher jobs: a full-time position allows you to maintain a regular working schedule, typically during the school week, allowing you to have weekends free. Full-time contracts can be on either a fixed, temporary or permanent contract basis.

As a KS2 teacher, you require a sound knowledge of the national curriculum to teach Year 3 and Year 4 pupils. You prepare and plan for lessons for children aged seven to 11 years old, taking into account the individual requirements of the pupils. KS2 teachers prepare teaching materials, teaching programmes, and methods of assessment. You also arrange the classroom and learning resources to create a positive learning environment.

If you would like to find out more about the role, responsibilities, salary and qualifications needed to become a KS2 teacher in the UK, see our KS2 teacher job profile page.

You will find more information on the KS2 teacher salary on the KS2 teacher job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.

To become a KS2 teacher, you are required to either have a university degree or relevant in-school teaching experience:

• University education: you need an undergraduate degree like a bachelor of education, bachelor of arts and bachelor of science courses to gain a qualified teacher status. If you already have a degree, complete a postgraduate certificate in education (PGCE) to get qualified teacher status. A PGCE course can be completed at a university or a vocational school.
• Work experience: you require experience and in-school teaching practice to become a KS2 teacher. You could start working as a teaching assistant to learn how to handle kids and plan lessons.

For more information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the education and qualifications section of our KS2 teacher job profile.

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