Primary Teacher - Sheffield

Primary Teacher - Sheffield

Posted Today by Randstad Education

£224 Per day
Undetermined
Undetermined
Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Summary: The role of Primary Teacher in Sheffield involves transforming disengaged classrooms into engaging learning environments while prioritizing student potential regardless of their background. The position requires a commitment to innovative teaching practices and collaboration with a diverse community, focusing on high-impact lessons and professional autonomy. The school emphasizes staff wellbeing and offers a supportive recruitment experience through Randstad Sheffield. Candidates must possess Qualified Teacher Status and a proven track record in a challenging primary setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designing and delivering high-impact lessons that spark curiosity and demand high levels of participation from every pupil.
  • Using live marking and instant feedback to close learning gaps in real-time, reducing the need for extensive out-of-hours marking.
  • Taking strategic responsibility for a curriculum subject, ensuring progression and engagement across the entire primary phase.
  • Collaborating with the inclusion team to ensure that pupils with SEND and EAL are not just "present" but actively thriving.
  • Building authentic, professional relationships with parents and the wider community to foster a culture of mutual respect.
  • Mentoring and directing support staff to ensure that every adult in the room is utilised to maximise pupil progress.

Key Skills:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential for this position.
  • Proven experience in raising attainment in a "high-challenge, high-reward" primary environment.
  • A deep understanding of how to use data to inform teaching without losing the "magic" of a creative lesson.
  • Exceptional classroom management skills built on mutual respect rather than just "compliance."
  • A commitment to your own professional development and a desire to contribute to a collaborative staff culture.
  • A valid Enhanced DBS check registered with the Update Service.

Salary (Rate): £223.62 daily

City: Rotherham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Education

Detailed Description From Employer:
Are you an educator who thrives on turning a "disengaged" classroom into a hub of curiosity and ambition? Do you believe that a child's postcode should never dictate their potential, and are you willing to prove it? Are you looking for a school that values your "teaching craft" over endless paperwork and box-ticking exercises Randstad Sheffield is the leading bridge between talented teachers and South Yorkshire's most improving schools. We offer a "no-nonsense" recruitment experience, ensuring you are paid fairly to scale and providing you with a consultant who has actually sat in a classroom and understands the unique pressures of the Sheffield teaching circuit. This is an ambitious, high-energy primary setting that serves a diverse community on the outskirts of Sheffield. The school has undergone a significant transformation, moving towards a curriculum that is both culturally relevant and academically demanding. It is a place for "architect teachers"-those who want to build a legacy, shape a subject area, and work within a leadership structure that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional autonomy above all else. Roles & Responsibilities Designing and delivering high-impact lessons that spark curiosity and demand high levels of participation from every pupil. Using live marking and instant feedback to close learning gaps in real-time, reducing the need for extensive out-of-hours marking. Taking strategic responsibility for a curriculum subject, ensuring progression and engagement across the entire primary phase. Collaborating with the inclusion team to ensure that pupils with SEND and EAL are not just "present" but actively thriving. Building authentic, professional relationships with parents and the wider community to foster a culture of mutual respect. Mentoring and directing support staff to ensure that every adult in the room is utilised to maximise pupil progress. Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential for this position. Proven experience in raising attainment in a "high-challenge, high-reward" primary environment. A deep understanding of how to use data to inform teaching without losing the "magic" of a creative lesson. Exceptional classroom management skills built on mutual respect rather than just "compliance." A commitment to your own professional development and a desire to contribute to a collaborative staff culture. A valid Enhanced DBS check registered with the Update Service. Benefits Refer a Friend: Secure 300 in vouchers for every teacher you refer to our Sheffield branch. Career Advocacy: We represent you to school leaders, ensuring your strengths are highlighted and your salary is fair. CPD Suite: Free access to our library of training modules to keep your skills at the cutting edge. Local Knowledge: We operate across all Sheffield and Rotherham postcodes, giving you the best variety of roles. Apply Now For further information, feel free to call us on or email us at