Job Title: Key Stage 2 Class Teacher
Location: Solihull, Birmingham (B37)
Start Date: Sept 2026
Contract: Full-time (Monday-Friday)
Rate: Main Pay Scale M1- UPS3
Monarch Education, part of Affinity Workforce, are working in close partnership with a forward-thinking and ambitious primary school seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated Key Stage 2 Class Teacher from September 2026. This role also offers the potential opportunity to lead English or Mathematics for the right candidate.
The school has recently undergone a highly successful Ofsted inspection (January 2026), where it was judged 'Strong' in four areas, including Teaching & Curriculum and Leadership, reflecting its commitment to high standards and continuous improvement.
Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers, and all high performing practitioners are encouraged to apply, as the strongest candidate will be offered the position.
This role is ideal for a teacher who enjoys challenge, collaboration and professional growth, and who is passionate about securing the very best outcomes for all pupils.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Holds a QTS qualification and a proven track record of recent work within a primary year group
- Advantage if you are or have been a maths or english lead
- Be an experienced and effective Key Stage 2 classroom practitioner with a strong track record of raising attainment
- Demonstrate consistently high quality teaching and learning across the KS2 curriculum
- Have secure knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum and age related expectations
- Set high expectations for all pupils and be committed to ensuring strong progress regardless of background or need
- Be able to inspire, motivate and engage pupils to meet and exceed challenging targets
- Use assessment effectively to inform planning, adapt teaching and accurately track pupil progress
- Plan and deliver creative, engaging and well sequenced lessons that support deep learning
- Be reflective, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement in teaching practice
- Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills that promote positive attitudes to learning
- Create a stimulating, inclusive and supportive classroom environment where all pupils feel valued and able to thrive
- Be committed to inclusive practice and supporting pupils with diverse learning, behavioural or additional needs
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and leaders as part of a team
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
- Be solution focused, resilient and able to respond positively to challenge and change
- Show enthusiasm for contributing to the wider life of the school, including enrichment activities, events and trips
- Demonstrate leadership potential or experience, with the capacity to lead English or Mathematics for the right candidate
- Engage proactively with professional development, coaching and CPD opportunities
- Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children
- Bring energy, professionalism and a positive attitude to the school community
Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:
- leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
- opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
- free Safeguarding training
- refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
- online portal to manage your pay and timesheets
Important Information:
- All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
- Equal Opportunities - Monarch
- Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
