KS2 teacher

Pathways School

KS2 Teacher

Apply by: 03rd July 2026

Start Date: September 2026

Grade-UQT to M3 + SEN allowance

Starting Actual Salary: £28,343 to 44,238 (depending on experience) + SEN allowance (£2787)

Location: Pathways School, New Road, Dagenham, RM9 6PH

Contract type: Permanent/ Full-time

Pathways School is a specialist Social, Emotional and Mental Health school from Years 1 to 11. Pupils receive a sector leading education with access to the full national curriculum made accessible through the delivery of specialist adaptations. We are looking to appoint an inspirational KS2 Class Teacher for September 2026 or sooner who will be a motivational role model to our pupils to help them make rapid academic progress and enhance their social, emotional understanding.

This role is based at Pathways School, New Road, Dagenham, RM9 6PH

The successful candidate will

  • Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school’s plans,

curriculum and scheme of work.

  • Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment

  • Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils

  • Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils

  • Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils

  • Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge

  • Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for internal and external tests

  • To value and display children’s work

We would like to hear from you if

  • You have the ability to work with a range of children and young people with additional and complex needs

  • You are a team player who can build good working relationships with colleagues

  • You are flexible, enthusiastic, and resilient, with a good sense of humour

  • You are committed to ongoing personal development.

  • You have high aspirations in teaching and learning for all children and young people.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a Trust that is deliberate about how it improves practice and outcomes.

Compass Eko Trust is a family of 28 schools working as one system to improve outcomes for every child. We are united by a clear commitment: every child achieving, without exception.

Through a knowledge-rich curriculum, strong professional collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence, we support our schools to deliver high-quality education in their communities.

Our schools sit at the heart of everything we do. The Trust exists to bring clarity, consistency and support so leaders can focus on what matters most - teaching and learning.

Are you an enthusiastic and resilient leader, with the initiative and commitment necessary to ensure good practice is embedded throughout our school? Do you have the ability to think and plan strategically to promote the school’s and Trust’s vision, ethos and values? If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

As part of our Trust, you will be part of a professional community where:

Schools work together, sharing expertise and improving practice

Staff benefit from strong professional networks and collaboration across schools

Development is supported through coaching, CPD and leadership pathways

You are not working in isolation - you are part of a wider system

Competitive pay and conditions aligned to national frameworks

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)

Access to a structured programme of professional development

Opportunities to work across schools and develop your career

Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support

Access to staff benefits and discount schemes

Family-friendly policies and flexible working options where possible

Visits are welcomed. Please contact ***email_hidden*** to arrange this or for any further information.

To apply, please visit ‘My new term’ https://mynewterm.com/jobs/147189/EDV-2026-PS-41724

Compass Eko Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for applications: 03rd July 2026.