Key Stage 2 Teacher – Garstang, Lancashire

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage 2 Teacher to join a welcoming village primary school in the Garstang area as soon as possible, and a permanent opportunity available in 2027 for the right candidate.

This exciting long-term opportunity is to cover a period of long-term staff absence and is expected to continue until July 2027. It would suit a passionate teacher who enjoys working in a small-school environment, building strong relationships with pupils and contributing to the wider life of a close-knit school community.

The Role

This Key Stage 2 Teacher position offers the opportunity to take responsibility for a small, mixed-age class within a friendly village primary school. With relatively low pupil numbers, the role provides an excellent opportunity to get to know each child as an individual, understand their learning needs and support their academic and personal development.

The successful teacher will plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire pupils to achieve their full potential, creating a positive, inclusive classroom where every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to succeed.

Responsibilities will include:

• Taking full class teaching responsibility for a small, mixed-age Key Stage 2 class, potentially spanning Years 3–6.
• Planning and delivering creative, engaging and differentiated lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Adapting teaching to meet the needs of pupils working at different levels and stages of development.
• Assessing, monitoring and reporting on pupil progress, identifying next steps in learning.
• Creating a positive classroom environment that promotes excellent behaviour, independence and a love of learning.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.
• Supporting pupils' personal, social and emotional development alongside their academic progress.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school, including its community activities and events.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching, learning and pastoral care.

This role would suit an experienced Key Stage 2 Teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to develop their skills in a supportive setting. It is particularly well suited to someone who enjoys the variety of mixed-age teaching and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a smaller group of pupils.

The School

This friendly village primary school in the Garstang area offers a nurturing, community-focused environment where children are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and a genuine enthusiasm for learning.

With smaller pupil numbers and a close-knit school community, the school offers a more personal approach to education, where staff can build meaningful relationships with pupils and families. The successful teacher will have the opportunity to get to know the children well, celebrate their individual achievements and help create a classroom where every pupil feels included and supported.

Village schools often offer a distinctive sense of community, with staff working closely together and playing an important role in school life beyond the classroom. The school is looking for a teacher who will embrace this ethos, bring energy and creativity to their teaching, and contribute positively to the wider school community.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who values a warm, welcoming environment, enjoys the challenge of meeting a range of learning needs within one class and wants to make a genuine impact during a long-term placement.

Requirements

To be considered for this Key Stage 2 Teacher role in the Garstang area, you will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have experience teaching within Key Stage 2, or as an ECT be able to demonstrate the skills and confidence needed for the role.
• Be confident planning and delivering engaging lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Be adaptable and able to differentiate effectively for pupils of varying ages and abilities.
• Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Be committed to raising attainment and helping every child achieve their potential.
• Have excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.
• Be willing to contribute to the wider life of a small village school.
• Hold, or be willing to obtain, an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

What We Offer

As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid through PAYE. Your rate will depend on your experience, qualifications and pay scale, which will be discussed during registration.
• A guaranteed pay scheme, subject to availability and qualifying criteria.
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions, subject to the relevant qualifying criteria.
• Continuing professional development (CPD) to support your professional growth.
• Access to a dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing guidance and support throughout your placement.

About Us

Vision for Education is a market-leading education supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality educators and support staff.

We are part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good, and are proud to have been named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2026.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to Apply

If you are a Key Stage 2 Teacher who can inspire, motivate and engage learners, and would love the opportunity to work in a welcoming village school with a strong sense of community, we would love to hear from you.

Whether you are an experienced teacher seeking a rewarding long-term placement or an ECT looking to develop your teaching practice, this could be an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' learning and development.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other teaching opportunities, contact the Preston office on 01772 669322.

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