Job Description
Year 2 Teacher (international applicants welcome!)\n\nIsle of Dogs, Tower Hamlets\n\nSeptember 2026 Start\n\nFull-Time\n\n£185 - £268 per day (dependent on experience)\n\nTeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in the Isle of Dogs that is seeking an experienced Year 2 Teacher to join their team on a full-time basis.\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and resilient teacher who can take full classroom responsibility and provide high-quality teaching and learning for a Year 2 class. The successful candidate will have experience supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and be confident in implementing effective behaviour management strategies to ensure all pupils can thrive.\n\nThe school is looking for a strong classroom practitioner who can build positive relationships, maintain high expectations, and create a nurturing and structured learning environment.\n\nThe successful Primary Teacher will have:\n\nQualified Teacher Status (QTS)\n\nA minimum of 2 years' teaching experience within a primary school setting\n\nExperience teaching Key Stage 1, ideally Year 2\n\nStrong knowledge and understanding of SEMH needs\n\nExcellent behaviour management and classroom organisation skills\n\nThe ability to engage and inspire pupils of all abilities\n\nA commitment to raising attainment and supporting pupil wellbeing\n\nPlease note: Early Career Teachers (ECTs) will not be considered for this role. Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years' teaching experience following qualification.\n\nIn return for the above, you can expect to receive:\n\nA dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the onboarding process\n\nGuaranteed Payment Scheme* (Terms and Conditions apply)\n\nAccess to CPD courses and certificates through My-Progression\n\nMarket-leading rates of pay\n\nTeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend* (Terms and Conditions apply)\n\nTeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.\n\nIf you are interested in this position, please click 'APPLY NOW' or contact Abbie on (phone number removed) or email for more information.\n\nAll applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.\n\nAbout TeacherActive\n\nTeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals.
We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.\n\nEqual Opportunities Statement\n\nTeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.\n\nSafeguarding and DBS Compliance\n\nRegistration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. \n\nRegular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional.
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