Primary teacher

Overview

Job Title: Primary Teacher (Year Group Flexible – Y2 to Y6) | Location: Hoddesdon | Start Date: April 2026 | Contract: Full-time (Monday to Friday) – Long-term until the end of the academic year, with potential for a permanent role from September 2026.

A welcoming and supportive primary school is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join their team from April 2026. This is a full-time position (Monday to Friday) with flexibility across year groups, ideally between Year 2 and Year 6, depending on the successful candidate’s experience and the needs of the school.

This role will initially run until the end of the academic year, with a strong possibility of a permanent contract from September 2026 for the right candidate.

The School

The school – situated in Hoddesdon – prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils feel confident, safe and cared for. Their core values of respect, resilience, responsibility, honesty, determination and kindness are embedded throughout the school’s culture and delivered through an exciting and engaging curriculum.

Staff are passionate about helping children develop essential life skills, encouraging a love of learning, and supporting every pupil to succeed and reach their full potential. The school firmly believes that every school day counts, and works hard to provide a stimulating environment that develops pupils’ creativity, independence and self-confidence.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports all learners
• Assess, monitor and support pupils’ academic and personal development
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and parents
• Contribute to the wider school community and uphold the school’s values

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Has experience teaching in Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 (ideally Y2–Y6)
• Is passionate about primary education and inspiring young learners
• Demonstrates strong classroom management and communication skills
• Able to commute to Hoddesdon

What the School Offers

* A supportive and friendly staff team

* Engaged and enthusiastic pupils

* Opportunities for professional development

* Potential for a permanent role from September 2026

If you are a motivated and enthusiastic Primary Teacher looking to join a school where children are encouraged to love learning and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

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