Year 2 Teacher

Year 2 Teacher (with Leadership Responsibilities) – Haringey, London

Are you a committed and ambitious Key Stage 1 teacher ready to step into a role with leadership opportunity? We’re looking for a dynamic Year 2 Teacher to join our friendly, welcoming school community in the heart of Haringey.

Why this role is special:

Located in a vibrant, cosmopolitan part of London, our school serves children from richly diverse backgrounds—and we don’t just tolerate difference, we celebrate it. Rooted in a caring Christian ethos and underpinned by strong values, we believe every child is unique, cherished and capable of success. With a warm, supportive staff team, a lively and happy environment, and a strong extended community culture, this is a school where you’ll truly make a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, teach and assess engaging Year 2 lessons that meet the needs of all learners.

• Lead a specific area of school development (e.g., reading, maths, or curriculum innovation) working alongside senior staff.

• Foster a classroom climate of high expectations, curiosity and creativity, while promoting independence, confidence and cooperation.

• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and the wider community to support children’s learning, wellbeing and growth.

• Contribute to school-wide initiatives and help shape the next phase of our journey—including celebrating diversity and maintaining our inclusive culture.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have experience teaching in Key Stage 1.

• Demonstrate strong classroom leadership and a passion for raising achievement.

• Be inspired by our mission to value every child, encourage difference and foster high aspirations.

• Be a team-player who thrives in a lively, caring and forward-looking environment.

• Have excellent communication and organisational skills, with the drive to lead an element of school improvement.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive salary scale reflective of experience.

• A permanent contract in a school committed to staff wellbeing, professional growth and leadership development.

• Located in London, Haringey—easy transport links, a buzzing community, and access to rich cultural opportunities.

• Join a small but strong school community with a real sense of purpose, belonging, and shared achievement.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, making a tangible impact while growing as a leader in primary education, we’d love to hear from you.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance