Primary Teacher (QTS) – Erdington, City of Birmingham

Job Description

School Type
Mainstream Primary School

Age Range of Pupils
4 to 11 years

Location
Erdington, Birmingham – B23

Contract Type

• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Term-time only
• Long-term opportunity with the potential to become a permanent member of school staff following a successful placement and the required transfer period

Please only apply if you are seeking full-time work.

Pay
£165 – £275 per day
£825 – £1,375 per week
Weekly pay

Job Purpose

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified Primary Teacher to join a supportive mainstream primary school in Erdington.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher looking for the stability of a long-term position where they can become part of the school community, build strong relationships with pupils and make a sustained impact on progress and attainment.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons while creating an inclusive and well-managed classroom where pupils feel motivated, supported and challenged.

For the right teacher, the role also offers longer-term career potential. Following a successful placement, there may be an opportunity to apply for a permanent position directly with the school, subject to the school’s recruitment process and required transfer period.

Key Responsibilities – Teaching & Learning

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress
• Differentiate learning to meet individual needs
• Identify and address gaps in learning
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and achievement
• Provide meaningful feedback to pupils
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and colleagues
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers
• Contribute to curriculum and year-group planning
• Participate in meetings, parents’ evenings and professional development

Person Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• Relevant UK primary classroom teaching experience
• Strong National Curriculum knowledge
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management
• Strong planning and assessment skills
• Ability to differentiate effectively
• High expectations for pupil achievement
• Excellent communication and organisation
• Passion for helping children reach their potential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Two satisfactory professional references

Qualifications

Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Relevant UK classroom teaching experience is required.

What New Directions Education Ltd Offers

• Dedicated education consultant support
• Competitive weekly pay
• Consistent full-time teaching opportunities
• Long-term roles offering stability and continuity
• Opportunities to apply for permanent positions directly with schools following a successful placement and required transfer period
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Recommend a friend and receive £150 once they complete 10 days of work
• Referral bonuses available to both new and existing candidates
• Excellent reputation within education recruitment

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.