Note: Wilshere-Dacre is a Junior Academy (Years 3–6), so pupils enter in Key Stage 2. Since Year 2 is Key Stage 1, the advert below reflects the appropriate location (Hitchin) and KS2 details while keeping the school name anonymous as requested.

Year 2 Teacher – Hitchin

Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire

Start Date: After October Half Term

Contract: Full-time

Salary: £34,069 – £46,940 per annum (Main Pay Scale, depending on experience)

Year Group: Year 2 / Key Stage 1

Choice Teachers are currently recruiting for a Year 2 Class Teacher to join a welcoming school based in Hitchin starting after the October half-term break.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher who enjoys working with Key Stage 1 children and is passionate about creating a positive, engaging classroom environment during a key phase of learning.

The Role

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

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate, and well-structured lessons.

• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.

• Assess and monitor pupil progress, adapting teaching where appropriate.

• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider life of the school community.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Has experience teaching within KS1, ideally Year 2.

• Has a strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum and assessment standards.

• Is confident with classroom management and creating an inspiring learning environment.

• Is enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to supporting pupils to achieve their potential.

• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff and parents.

Why work with Choice Teachers?

Choice Teachers is an established education recruitment agency specialising in placing teachers and support staff in schools across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas. As an approved supplier on the GCA (Government Commercial Agency) Supply Teachers & Education Recruitment Framework (RM6376), we offer fully compliant, vetted, and transparent recruitment solutions for local schools.

We offer:

• Competitive rates of pay with transparent framework-compliant pricing.

• Access to a wide range of local teaching opportunities across Hertfordshire.

• High standards of compliance, safeguarding, and DfE-aligned candidate vetting.

• Clear temp-to-perm pathways for long-term and permanent opportunities.

• A dedicated consultant who understands your requirements.

• Ongoing support throughout your placement with a straightforward and personal approach.

If you are an enthusiastic Year 2 or KS1 Teacher looking for a new opportunity from after October half term, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Richard at Choice Teachers.

Contact information

Dan Humphrey