Primary Teacher
Job description
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A welcoming Primary School in Tottenham, within the borough of Haringey, is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Primary Teacher to join their Year 4 team for an ASAP start.
This Primary Teacher role offers excellent support within a well-organised KS2 setting. The successful Primary Teacher will benefit from dedicated PPA time to work closely with the parallel Year 4 teacher, allowing time to discuss lessons, pupil progress, and classroom planning. Planning is already set, meaning the Primary Teacher will focus on delivering engaging lessons and maintaining strong classroom practice.
The school is looking for a confident and proactive Primary Teacher who can quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
Primary Teacher Responsibilities- Delivering pre-planned lessons as a Primary Teacher
- Supporting Year 4 pupils academically and socially as a Primary Teacher
- Working collaboratively with the parallel teacher as a Primary Teacher
- Managing classroom behaviour effectively as a Primary Teacher
- Creating a positive and engaging learning environment as a Primary Teacher
- Assessing pupil understanding and progress as a Primary Teacher
This Primary Teacher role is ideal for an experienced teacher or confident ECT seeking a supportive KS2 position in Haringey.
The School Offers- Supportive Year 4 teaching team
- Shared planning and collaboration time
- Well-behaved pupils and strong leadership
- Excellent transport links across Tottenham and Haringey
Apply ASAP as the school is looking to arrange interviews and trials immediately.
Applicants must hold QTS and have an Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one through us.
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%
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⭐ Highlight your QTS qualification prominently as this is explicitly required for the role
📊 Quantify your Year 4 or KS2 experience: "Taught 30 Year 4 pupils, improving reading levels by 15%"
🤝 Emphasise collaborative working skills as the role involves close partnership with parallel Year 4 teacher
🎯 Mention your Enhanced DBS status or willingness to obtain one through the agency
🌐 Show knowledge of Haringey/North London schools if you have local teaching experience
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- •Delivered engaging Year 4 lessons to 28 pupils, achieving 92% good or outstanding lesson observations across autumn term
- •Collaborated with parallel teacher on weekly planning sessions, resulting in consistent pupil progress tracking across both Year 4 classes
- •Managed classroom behaviour effectively using positive reinforcement strategies, reducing disruptions by 40% within first half-term
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the Year 4 Primary Teacher position at your Tottenham school through Reeson Education. With my QTS qualification and KS2 teaching experience, I am well-equipped to deliver engaging lessons and support pupil progress in your collaborative Year 4 team environment.
My background in primary education has prepared me to work effectively with pre-planned curricula whilst maintaining strong classroom practice and building positive relationships with both pupils and colleagues. I am particularly drawn to the collaborative approach with dedicated PPA time for joint planning and progress discussions.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How do you differentiate Year 4 lessons for varying ability levels?
- ›What strategies do you use for KS2 behaviour management?
- ›How do you assess pupil progress in Year 4 core subjects?
- ›Describe your approach to delivering pre-planned lessons effectively
- ›How do you use PPA time to enhance your teaching practice?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you built positive relationships with challenging pupils
- ›Describe how you've collaborated effectively with a teaching partner
- ›Give an example of when you adapted quickly to a new school environment
- ›How do you handle classroom disruptions while maintaining learning momentum?
- ›Describe a situation where you supported a pupil's social development alongside academic progress
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time you built positive relationships with challenging pupils
Describe how you've collaborated effectively with a teaching partner