Year 2 Teacher

Year 2 Teacher – Lead, Inspire & Ignite Young Minds in Croydon

Unleash your passion and expertise as a Year 2 Teacher at an exceptional Croydon primary school where shaping young lives is not just a role, but a mission. This is a rare opportunity for ambitious, high-calibre teachers eager to create a legacy in a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. If you’re ready to transform learning, champion curiosity, and be the difference for every young learner, this Year 2 Teacher post is your ideal next move.
As our new Year 2 Teacher, you will immerse yourself in an achievement-rich culture where every day propels your professional journey forward. You’ll benefit from world-class CPD, guidance from expert colleagues, and access to immersive, modern teaching facilities. Our school’s cohesive community, respected for its values and vision, delivers a supportive foundation for rapid growth and specialist development—ideal for both accomplished teachers and promising ECTs determined to excel.
Key Highlights:

Year 2 Teacher – core class responsibility with rich curriculum leadership
Inner London MPS-UPS (£40,317-£62,496) per annum
Beautifully located in the heart of Croydon, with excellent links
Ofsted rated Good to Outstanding: a high-performing environment
Outstanding CPD – accelerated career advancement and bespoke training
Perfect for energetic ECTs or impact-focused experienced teachers
Classrooms equipped with cutting-edge resources and technology
Warm, supportive staff culture – join a collegial, passionate team

What You’ll Be Doing:

Teaching and inspiring a mixed-ability Year 2 class to reach ambitious targets
Ensuring progress for every pupil through creative, research-driven lessons
Delivering engaging phonics, numeracy, and literacy interventions
Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams including SEN specialists
Assessing, tracking, and celebrating pupil achievements with innovation
Shaping the wider school culture as a proactive, community-minded Year 2 Teacher

Ideal "Year 2 Teacher" for this Croydon School:

UK-trained, with UK QTS and deep curriculum expertise
Inspirational, creative, and relentless about pupil progress
Outstanding or good references from recent teaching placements
Confident ECT or skilled teacher with proven impact in KS1
Values respect, diversity, collaboration, and high aspirations
Adaptable and reflective, with a growth mindset

Why Join This Croydon School?:

Renowned for nurturing talent and future leaders at every stage
Unrivalled classroom resources and dynamic open learning environments
Highly-committed SLT providing daily, hands-on support
Regular, high-quality CPD, peer mentoring, and leadership fast-tracks
Positive, inclusive community with supportive families and ambitious learners
Exceptionally well-behaved pupils who love coming to school every day

Apply today to make your mark as a Year 2 Teacher in Croydon! With unrivalled professional development, a collaborative ethos, and a culture of excellence, this is the prime setting to supercharge your teaching career. Don't delay—interviews are being arranged now for extraordinary candidates ready to inspire and lead.
How to Apply

Ready to make a difference in Croydon’s classrooms? If you have the talent and drive to inspire Year 2 pupils, we want to hear from you right away. Interviews are already being arranged, so get your application in quickly to secure your chance to join a committed, energetic team. Don’t miss out—submit your details today!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving South London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!