Year 2 Teacher | Independent Prep School | Slough

Position: Year 2 Teacher
Location: Slough
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stage: Key Stage 1 (Year 2)

Year 2 Teacher Role in an Independent Prep School

An independent prep school in Slough is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 2 Teacher to join its team from September. This is a full-time role within a nurturing and academically ambitious school that values creativity, pupil wellbeing, and high-quality teaching.

The school is committed to providing an engaging and broad curriculum while creating a supportive environment where pupils develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

About the Role

You will take responsibility for a Year 2 class, delivering engaging and well-structured lessons across the Key Stage 1 curriculum.

The role includes teaching English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, and foundation subjects while supporting pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development as they prepare for transition into Key Stage 2.

You will create a positive and stimulating classroom environment that promotes curiosity, resilience, and high expectations for learning and behaviour.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues, specialist teachers, and parents to ensure excellent outcomes and a well-rounded educational experience for pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 2 class across the Key Stage 1 curriculum

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons

• Assess pupil progress and provide meaningful feedback

• Support pupils preparing for transition into Key Stage 2

• Create a positive, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and specialist staff

• Contribute to extracurricular activities and wider school life

• Maintain high standards of behaviour and achievement

The School Environment

This independent prep school in Slough provides a warm and academically ambitious environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The school benefits from smaller class sizes, excellent resources, specialist teaching opportunities, and a strong focus on pastoral care and individual pupil development.

Leadership values creativity, high standards, and professional development while fostering a supportive and collaborative staff culture.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1 or during placements

• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

• Passion for pupil progress and development

Desirable

• Experience teaching Year 2 or Key Stage 1

• Experience in an independent or prep school setting

• Ability to contribute to extracurricular or enrichment activities

• Experience supporting pupils with varying learning needs

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Year 2 Teacher role in an independent prep school in Slough starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.