Year 5 Teacher - September 2026

Year 5 Teacher – Full-Time, Permanent Role

Wandsworth, South West London | September 2026 Start | Immediate Interviews Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated Year 5 Teacher to join a thriving and inclusive primary school in Wandsworth on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic practitioner who is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning within Key Stage 2 and who is eager to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and ambitious school environment.

The Role

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Position

Year 5 Teacher (Key Stage 2)

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Start Date

September 2026

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Contract

Full-Time, Permanent

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Location

Wandsworth, South West London

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Interviews

Immediate interviews and trial lessons available

• M1 - M6 (£40,317 - £52,300)

About the School – Ethos, Location & Community

The school is situated in a well-connected and highly desirable area of Wandsworth, with excellent transport links including nearby train stations and frequent bus routes providing easy access across South West London and Central London.

This is a diverse, welcoming and community-focused primary school that prides itself on its inclusive ethos and strong commitment to pupil success. The school serves a vibrant local community and places a strong emphasis on building positive relationships between staff, pupils and families.

The school ethos is centred around

• High expectations and high aspirations for all pupils
• A strong commitment to inclusion and equality
• A safe, respectful and nurturing learning environment
• Developing confident, independent and resilient learners

Curriculum & Year 5 Learning

The Year 5 curriculum is designed to challenge pupils and deepen their understanding across all subject areas as they prepare for upper Key Stage 2.

Key features include

• A strong focus on core subjects: Reading, Writing and Mathematics
• Structured development of reasoning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Engaging, knowledge-rich curriculum across foundation subjects
• Opportunities for enquiry-based and collaborative learning
• A focus on independence, resilience and academic confidence

Teachers are encouraged to deliver creative, well-structured and engaging lessons that inspire curiosity and promote a lifelong love of learning.

Support & Professional Development

The school is highly committed to staff development and wellbeing, offering a strong culture of collaboration and professional growth.

As a Year 5 Teacher, you will benefit from

• A supportive and approachable Senior Leadership Team
• Experienced Key Stage 2 leadership and mentoring
• High-quality CPD and ongoing training opportunities
• Collaborative planning and shared resources across year groups
• Regular coaching, feedback and reflection time
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and workload management

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a

Year 5 Teacher who

• Has strong knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum
• Is passionate about raising attainment and pupil progress
• Delivers engaging and inclusive classroom practice
• Has high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative team
• Is reflective, motivated and committed to continuous improvement

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Year 5 Teacher to join a supportive and ambitious primary school where both pupils and staff are encouraged to thrive.

Immediate interviews and trial lessons available – apply today to secure your Year 5 teaching role in Wandsworth for September 2026!

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