Year 2 Teacher

Four Oaks Primary School, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 4PA

9 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  1 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (565)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time: 26 hours per week, 4 days per week. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Or a full time position Monday to Friday 32.5 hours per week.
• Contract type: Fixed term - Two terms
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and highly motivated Class Teacher to join our friendly

and forward-thinking school from January 2027 for 2 terms. This is a fantastic opportunity for a

teacher who is passionate about education and learning.

You will join a supportive staff team who work collaboratively to create a rich, stimulating and

child-centred environment. Our children are curious, joyful and eager to learn, and we are

looking for a teacher who can inspire them, challenge them and help them thrive.

About the Role

This fixed-term position covers 2 terms, teaching a Year 2 class. You will be responsible for

planning and delivering a high-quality curriculum, using a variety of learning approaches, and

strong formative assessment to ensure every child makes excellent progress.

You will work closely with experienced teaching assistants, other class teachers, and senior

leaders, all of whom are committed to supporting you throughout your time with us.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Has a strong understanding of learning and child development

• Creates a warm, inclusive and engaging classroom environment

• Uses high-quality interactions to move learning forward

• Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues

• Is reflective, proactive and eager to contribute to a collaborative team

• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils

What the school offers its staff

We Can Offer You:

• A welcoming, caring school community with a strong sense of teamwork

• A well-resourced environment in a brand-new school building, including outdoor

learning spaces.

• Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional development

• Children who are enthusiastic, kind and excited to learn

• A positive, inclusive ethos where staff wellbeing is valued

Please visit our website to obtain an application form and send this to p.johnson@fouroaksprimary.bham.sch.uk

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Class Teacher Job Description & Person Specification Sept 26.pdf - 105 KB (opens in new tab)

Teaching Application Form Ellen.docx - 347 KB (opens in new tab)

About Four Oaks Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 420 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Four Oaks Primary School website
• Email address: p.johnson@fouroaksprimary.bham.sch.uk
• Phone number: 0121 675 4040
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/four-oaks-primary-school-sutton-coldfield

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