If you want to inspire young people through learning, a job as a primary school teacher could be perfect for you.

You’ll need to be motivated and enthusiastic about the subjects you teach. You’ll also need to be able to relate to pupils and their parents, and have patience and lots of creative ideas.

Duties

1. Plan lessons and prepare teaching materials 

2. Mark and assess children's work 

3. Manage class behaviour 

4. Discuss children's progress and other relevant matters with parents 

5. Work with other professionals like education psychologists and social workers 

6. Attend meetings and do training organise outings, social activities and sports events

Key Skills, interests and qualities

As a primary school teacher, you'll need:

1. Enthusiasm for the subjects you teach

2. The ability to develop good relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues

3. A strong commitment to equal opportunities

4. The ability to work in a team and also use your own initiative

5. Creative ideas to inspire the children

6. The ability to organise and manage time

7. The ability to manage classes and deal with challenging behaviour

8. Excellent communication skills

9. Patience and a good sense of humour.