Job Description

Year 2 Teacher

Full-Time | Contract

MPS-UPS3 (Dependent on Experience)

Location: Ribble Valley, Lancashire

Start Date: September 2026

Inspire Young Minds in a Supportive and Thriving School

Veritas Education are delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming and highly regarded primary school in the beautiful Ribble Valley to recruit an enthusiastic, nurturing and committed Year 2 Teacher to join their team from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a caring and ambitious school community where every child is encouraged to flourish. The school prides itself on creating an environment where pupils feel safe, valued and inspired to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. With a strong emphasis on kindness, respect and high aspirations, you'll be joining a team that truly puts children at the heart of everything they do.

As the Year 2 Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in preparing children for the transition into Key Stage 2, delivering engaging and creative lessons that ignite curiosity, build confidence and develop a lifelong love of learning. You'll be supported by an experienced leadership team and collaborative colleagues who are passionate about sharing ideas and helping one another succeed.

If you're an inspiring teacher who thrives on making a difference in the classroom and wants to work in a school where your contribution is genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will:

Have a strong understanding of the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum.

Deliver creative, engaging and inclusive lessons that inspire all learners.

Foster a positive, nurturing classroom environment where children feel confident to achieve.

Hold high expectations for behaviour, progress and attainment.

Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.

Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated and supportive staff team.

Be passionate about helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally.

In return, the school offers:

A supportive and approachable Senior Leadership Team.

Excellent CPD and career development opportunities.

Well-resourced classrooms and engaging learning environments.

A welcoming, collaborative and inclusive staff team.

A positive school culture where staff wellbeing is valued.

Enthusiastic, happy pupils who love coming to school.Applications are warmly welcomed from both Experienced Teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to:

Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks.

Qualified Teacher Status verification.

Right to work and identity checks.

Online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Reference and employment history checks.

Prohibition from teaching checks.

Safer recruitment and pre-employment vetting procedures.Any gaps in employment history will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Apply Today

If you're ready to inspire the next generation and become part of a fantastic school community, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to:

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community