Year 4 Class Teacher - Tendring, Essex

Year 4 Class Teacher - Tendring, Essex
Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Long-Term Opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for a Year 4 Class Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Tendring from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and creative teacher who wants to make a genuine difference to pupils during an important stage of their primary education. The school offers a supportive environment where staff are encouraged to share ideas, develop professionally and put pupils at the centre of everything they do.

About the Position

You will take full responsibility for your Year 4 class, delivering a broad and engaging curriculum while creating a classroom where children feel confident, valued and motivated to learn.

You will be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering high-quality lessons across the Year 4 curriculum

• Setting ambitious but achievable expectations for all pupils

• Using assessment to identify gaps and inform future teaching

• Differentiating lessons to meet a variety of learning needs

• Establishing positive classroom routines and effective behaviour management

• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development

• Working alongside teaching assistants and other support staff

• Maintaining accurate records of pupil progress

• Communicating effectively with parents, carers and colleagues

• Taking an active role in the wider school community

The Teacher We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, reflective and well-organised teacher who can build strong relationships with pupils and create a classroom culture based on curiosity, respect and high expectations.

You should have:

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

• Experience teaching within Key Stage 2

• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum

• Excellent planning and classroom management skills

• The ability to adapt teaching to different abilities and learning styles

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A positive and flexible approach

The school would consider applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs who can demonstrate the right attitude and commitment to primary education.

Why Choose Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive rates of pay

• Full-time, long-term position

• September 2026 start

• Dedicated consultant support

• Access to professional development and CPD

• PAYE - no umbrella company fees

• My-Progression CPD programme

• Access to a wide range of teaching opportunities across Essex and Suffolk

If you're a passionate primary teacher looking for a new Year 4 opportunity in Tendring, this could be an excellent next step.

Apply today to be considered for this Year 4 Class Teacher position.