Year 4 Teacher

Position: Year 4 Classroom Teacher

Location: Southampton

Start Date: ASAP / Autumn 2026

Contract Type: Full-Time | Fixed-Term

Pay Rate: £168 - £232 per day

Supply Desk is seeking a
Year 4 Classroom Teacher to join a successful and forward-thinking primary school in Southampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher who enjoys bringing learning to life and creating an engaging classroom environment where children feel confident, motivated and able to achieve their potential.

You will take responsibility for a Year 4 class, delivering high-quality lessons while meeting the diverse needs of pupils within the classroom. The school offers a friendly and supportive environment, with a strong focus on professional development, coaching and staff wellbeing.

• Plan and deliver engaging and purposeful lessons for a Year 4 class
• Create an exciting and stimulating learning environment
• Set high expectations for achievement, behaviour and personal development
• Adapt teaching and learning to meet the diverse needs of pupils
• Assess, monitor and track pupil progress effectively
• Use assessment information to inform future planning and teaching
• Build positive and respectful relationships with pupils
• Encourage children to become confident, independent and enthusiastic learners
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider school community
• Maintain a positive and professional approach when working with pupils, parents and colleagues

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting
• Experience teaching Key Stage 2, particularly Year 4, is desirable
• Passion for teaching and learning
• High expectations of children's achievement and behaviour
• Ability to inspire, motivate and engage pupils
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet a range of learning needs
• Positive, enthusiastic and hardworking approach
• Commitment to working collaboratively as part of a school team
• Willingness to engage with coaching and professional development
• Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one

• A welcoming, friendly and supportive school community
• Enthusiastic and hardworking pupils
• A dedicated team committed to school improvement
• Full induction and coaching support
• Excellent CPD and professional development opportunities
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and manageable workloads
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact within a Year 4 classroom
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative working environment