Year 5 Teacher

Year 5 Teacher – Full-time, long-term role for the full academic year from September 2026

The inspection evidence describes a positive and inclusive primary school environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated to learn. Teaching is well organised and purposeful, helping pupils develop confidence and make secure progress across the curriculum. Leadership promotes high expectations, strong behaviour, and a clear focus on pupil well-being, creating a calm and supportive learning atmosphere.

This Year 5 Teacher role offers a full-time, long-term opportunity for the full academic year starting September 2026. The Year 5 Teacher will deliver engaging and well-structured teaching that supports pupils’ academic progress and personal development during a key stage of their learning. Early Career Teachers are warmly encouraged to apply, with support available to help develop confidence, classroom practice, and professional growth.

Duties as Year 5 Teacher

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 5 lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
• Support pupils’ academic progress and preparation for upper Key Stage 2
• Assess, monitor, and track pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs
• Differentiate learning to support pupils with a range of abilities
• Maintain clear routines and high expectations for behaviour and learning
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support curriculum planning and consistency
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and personal development
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers where required
• Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times

Ideal Year 5 Teacher

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status or is an Early Career Teacher
• ECTs are encouraged and supported to apply
• Experience or training in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills or willingness to develop these
• Organised, reflective, and enthusiastic approach to teaching
• Ability to motivate and engage pupils of varying abilities
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

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