Unqualified Teacher (KS1 & KS2)

Job Description

Zest Education is delighted to be recruiting for an enthusiastic and motivated Unqualified Teacher to join a large and well-established three-form entry primary school in Cannock.

This exciting opportunity is available two days per week, every Tuesday and Thursday, and will continue until 31st August 2027. The role would be ideal for an experienced Learning Support Assistant, HLTA, Cover Supervisor, or aspiring teacher looking to take the next step in their education career.

Working Pattern: 2 Days Per Week (Tuesday and Thursday)

About the School

This thriving primary school benefits from a strong sense of community, supportive leadership, and a dedicated team of staff who work together to provide the very best education for every child.

The school is proud of its enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn, alongside a supportive parent community that values education and works closely with the school. Staff enjoy working within a collaborative environment where professional development is encouraged and contributions are valued.

About the Role

As an Unqualified Teacher, you will support teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, delivering engaging lessons and creating positive learning experiences for pupils.

You will work alongside experienced teaching staff while developing your own classroom practice and confidence. In addition, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the school’s commitment to maintaining high standards of teaching, learning, and pupil wellbeing.

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about education and keen to gain valuable teaching experience within a supportive primary school setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver lessons across KS1 and KS2 when required.
  • Create engaging and purposeful learning experiences.
  • Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.
  • Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
  • Adapt learning activities to meet the needs of all learners.
  • Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.
  • Contribute positively to the wider school community.
  • Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will:

  • Have experience working within primary education as a Learning Support Assistant, HLTA, Cover Supervisor, or similar role.
  • Be confident leading learning and managing a classroom environment.
  • Demonstrate a passion for children’s learning and welfare.
  • Have high expectations of themselves and their pupils.
  • Be able to engage and motivate children across KS1 and KS2.
  • Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Be committed to ongoing professional development.
  • Share best practice and contribute positively to the wider school community.

Why Work With Zest Education?

  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
  • Access to long-term education opportunities.
  • Ongoing CPD and career development support.
  • Opportunities to gain valuable classroom teaching experience.
  • Straightforward and supportive registration process.

Apply Today

If you are looking for an Unqualified Teacher job in Cannock and have experience working within a primary school setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today through Zest Education to be considered for this exciting part-time KS1 and KS2 teaching opportunity, starting ASAP and continuing until August 2027.

Zest Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and compliance checks in line with safer recruitment practices.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Jo at joanne@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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