Summary: The role of a KS2 Teacher in Sheffield involves fostering language acquisition and cultural capital in a diverse classroom setting. The position emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and a commitment to student well-being and high aspirations. The teacher will utilize data-driven instruction and inclusive leadership to support pupils' learning journeys. This opportunity is part of a prestigious Academy Trust focused on innovative teaching practices and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering a broad and balanced curriculum that prioritises language acquisition and cultural capital for all learners.
- Using sophisticated tracking systems to identify learning gaps and implementing rapid-response interventions.
- Managing and mentoring classroom support staff for maximum pupil impact.
- Providing meaningful feedback using the academy's streamlined assessment framework.
- Building strong partnerships with families to ensure a unified approach to education.
- Participating in network-wide training and moderations to share best practices.
Key Skills:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is mandatory.
- A proven track record of teaching in a diverse, urban primary setting with high EAL.
- A deep understanding of scaffolding learning for pupils with varying starting points.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a large team.
- Commitment to the Academy's core values of inclusion, resilience, and high aspiration.
Salary (Rate): £223.62 daily
City: Sheffield
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Education
Detailed Description From Employer:
Can you look past the data and see the unique potential in a child who is just beginning their journey with the English language? Do you thrive in a collaborative academy culture where shared planning and professional mentorship are the standard, not the exception? Are you a teacher who leads with empathy, ensuring that your classroom is a safe haven for curiosity and high ambition? Partnering with Randstad Education in the Sheffield area means gaining exclusive access to roles within forward-thinking trusts. We are committed to supporting your professional journey with tailored training, unparalleled local market knowledge, and placement continuity within the Sheffield areas. This inner-city Sheffield academy is a beacon of opportunity, serving a rich and diverse community with a focus on high-quality talk and language development. As part of a prestigious Academy Trust, the school benefits from a research-led curriculum and a strong emphasis on staff well-being, including sensible marking policies and collaborative PPA time. This is a school where you can truly "teach" and make a generational impact on pupils who are eager to learn and succeed. Roles & Responsibilities Curriculum Crafting: Delivering a broad and balanced curriculum that prioritises language acquisition and "cultural capital" for all learners. Data-Driven Instruction: Using the Trust's sophisticated tracking systems to identify subtle learning gaps and implementing rapid-response interventions. Inclusive Leadership: Managing and mentoring classroom support staff to ensure they are utilised effectively for maximum pupil impact. Holistic Assessment: Providing meaningful feedback that motivates pupils, using the academy's streamlined assessment framework to reduce unnecessary workload. Parental Partnership: Building strong, respectful bridges with families from various backgrounds to ensure a unified approach to the child's education. Trust Collaboration: Participating in network-wide training and moderations to share best practices with colleagues across the North of England. Requirements Certification: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is mandatory. Experience: A proven track record of teaching in a diverse, urban primary setting where EAL is high. Pedagogy: A deep understanding of how to scaffold learning for pupils with varying starting points without lowering expectations. Communication: Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a large, multifaceted team. Integrity: A commitment to the Academy's core values of inclusion, resilience, and high aspiration. Benefits Career Pathway: Access to bespoke leadership training and mentorship programmes supported by the Trust framework. Reward Scheme: Refer a friend and receive 300 in shopping vouchers (T&Cs apply). Stability: Access to exclusive permanent contracts within the Academy Trust network. Support: Dedicated local consultant providing expert career guidance specific to the Sheffield area. Apply Now! If you are a strategic and soulful teacher ready to lead a classroom in one of Sheffield's most rewarding areas, apply now. For further information, feel free to call us on or email us at