Job Description

Primary Teacher - Year 4

Barnet, Outer London | Full-time or Part-time | Long-Term Temporary Position
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-term temporary position for the remainder of the academic year
Salary: Outer London Teacher Pay Scale M1-M6 (£39,193-£52,239)
Equivalent Daily Rate: Approximately £200-£267 per day (PAYE)

Join a Supportive Primary School in Barnet

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming primary school in Barnet seeking a committed Primary Teacher to teach a Year 4 class on a full-time or part-time basis.
This long-term opportunity offers the chance to join a supportive teaching team, build strong relationships with the same class and help pupils develop the confidence, resilience and academic skills needed to succeed in Key Stage 2.

About the School

School Benefits

  • Collaborative teaching team with opportunities for shared planning and resource development.
  • Strong focus on inclusion, pupil wellbeing and positive behaviour.
  • Well-connected Barnet location with excellent local transport links.

Role Summary

As a Year 4 Teacher, you will take responsibility for delivering engaging lessons across the curriculum while supporting pupils' academic achievement and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the Year 4 curriculum.
  • Teach English, mathematics and foundation subjects in line with the National Curriculum.
  • Use assessment effectively to identify learning needs and inform future teaching.
  • Adapt teaching for pupils with SEND, EAL and differing levels of attainment.
  • Establish positive classroom routines and maintain high expectations for behaviour.
  • Support pupils in developing confidence, resilience and independence.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to share planning, resources and best practice.
  • Support pupils' academic progress and personal development.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Strong knowledge of the Key Stage 2 National Curriculum.
  • Experience teaching within primary education, ideally within KS2 or Year 4.
  • Experience adapting teaching for pupils with SEND, EAL and differing levels of attainment.
  • Experience using formative and summative assessment to support pupil progress.
  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
  • Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge.
  • A positive and collaborative approach to teaching and learning.

Pay and Progression

Pay is determined using the national teacher pay scale.
This position is paid on the Outer London Teacher Pay Scale M1-M6 (£39,193-£52,239). The salary offered will reflect the successful candidate's current pay scale point, previous teaching experience and any applicable pay portability considerations, in line with the school's pay policy.
The equivalent daily rate is approximately £200-£267 per day, paid weekly via PAYE.
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and demonstrate the skills and experience required to teach effectively within Key Stage 2.

Why Apply?

Role Benefits

  • Full-time or part-time flexibility.
  • Consistent responsibility for the same Year 4 class.
  • Opportunity to further develop Key Stage 2 teaching expertise.
  • Long-term placement providing stability and continuity.

Tradewind Recruitment Benefits

  • Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions.
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
  • Access to a wide range of long-term and permanent teaching opportunities.

Free National College CPD Access

As a Tradewind Recruitment candidate, you'll receive free access to The National College, with access to over 2,500 CPD courses and webinars.
Recommended courses for this role:
  • Adaptive Teaching in Key Stage 2
  • Effective Behaviour Management in Primary Classrooms
  • Assessment for Learning in Primary Education

Required Vetting

Successful applicants will complete standard vetting checks, including:
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to make a new application.
  • Professional reference checks.
  • Verification of teaching qualifications and right-to-work documentation.

Apply Today

If you're a qualified primary teacher looking for a rewarding Year 4 opportunity in Barnet, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and a member of the Tradewind Recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
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