Class Teacher, Key Stage 2

About this job

Key Stage 2 Class Teacher (Primary)

Location: Accrington, Lancashire Position: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: September 2026 (or April 2026 where possible) Sector: Primary Education Age Range: Key Stage 2 (Years 3-6, optional)

Veritas Education are delighted to be exclusively representing an exciting opportunity for a passionate and inspiring Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to join a thriving primary school in Accrington.

This is a permanent, full-time teaching position starting in September 2026 (with potential for an earlier start in April 2026 for the right candidate). The successful candidate will join a busy, successful and pupil-centred school that promotes high standards of teaching and learning.

About the Role

You will:

• Plan, teach and assess engaging lessons for pupils in Key Stage 2, ensuring high expectations for learning and behaviour.
• Deliver an ambitious and skills-rich curriculum that builds on children's prior knowledge and supports meaningful progress.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where all pupils feel valued, safe and motivated to succeed.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, supporting pupils of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Promote pupils' personal development, confidence and independence.

Our Ideal Candidate

You will:

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent and have experience teaching in KS2.
• Be committed to consistently high standards of teaching and learning.
• Be enthusiastic, reflective and ready to contribute positively to school life.
• Have a child-centred approach with excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Be passionate about helping every child realise their full potential within a supportive and inclusive setting.

Why This School?

The school is widely recognised for its welcoming, aspirational ethos where children are encouraged to "Dream, Believe, Achieve." The curriculum is designed to promote high standards, a love of learning, independence and thoughtful engagement across subjects. Wellbeing and safeguarding are central to all aspects of school life, and pupils are supported to become confident, considerate members of the community.

Application & Recruitment Process

This role is exclusively represented by Veritas Education. To apply or request further details, please contact our team with your CV and covering letter outlining your interest and why you'd be a great fit for this position.

→ Apply now with Veritas Education - inspiring teachers, shaping futures.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'