Year 2 Teacher | Croydon

We are seeking a committed and creative Year 2 Teacher to join a busy Croydon primary on a full-time basis from January 2026. The successful Year 2 Teacher will be part of a collaborative KS1 phase, delivering high-quality lessons, leading phonics and guided reading, and ensuring strong progress for every child. Starting January 2026, the Year 2 Teacher will join planning sessions, attend induction in January 2026 and begin teaching from January 2026.

School overview
• Established Croydon school with a strong community ethos and well-resourced KS1 classrooms to support the Year 2 Teacher.
• Supportive leadership and experienced teaching assistants who will work closely with the Year 2 Teacher.
• Focus on inclusion, high expectations and balanced curriculum provision for the Year 2 Teacher to deliver.

Year 2 Teacher Responsibilities
As the Year 2 Teacher you will plan and deliver systematic phonics, guided reading and sequenced writing units. The Year 2 Teacher will create practical mathematics lessons, run timely interventions and personalise learning for individuals. The Year 2 Teacher will maintain assessment records and communicate progress with parents and carers. The Year 2 Teacher will prepare resources in advance of January 2026 and will teach from January 2026.

Year 2 Teacher Requirements
We are looking for a Year 2 Teacher with QTS or equivalent, proven KS1 experience and confident phonics practice. The Year 2 Teacher should be reflective, organised and able to build strong relationships with pupils and families. Availability for pre-term planning before January 2026, induction in January 2026, and a full-time start from January 2026 is essential.

Benefits and development
This Year 2 Teacher role includes a strong CPD offer, regular mentoring and bespoke coaching so the Year 2 Teacher can develop their practice. The Year 2 Teacher will have access to training days and performance coaching after January 2026, with opportunities to lead curriculum projects from January 2026. The Year 2 Teacher will work with a friendly team, enjoy reasonable planning time and will be supported in career progression. We value work-life balance and a positive staff culture — the Year 2 Teacher will receive wellbeing support and a clear appraisal framework from January 2026.

Why apply?
This full-time Year 2 Teacher role starting January 2026 offers a structured CPD programme, strong mentoring and a friendly staff culture. If you are a Year 2 Teacher committed to improving early outcomes and enjoy collaborative planning, apply to join this Croydon school from January 2026.

To be considered for this Year 2 Teacher position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV.