Class Teacher Year 5/6

Fernvale Primary School; Leicester, East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Fernvale Primary School in Leicester is seeking a dedicated and values-driven KS2 Year 5/6 class teacher to join our primary team. Whether you are an ECT at the start of your teaching journey or an experienced teacher seeking a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

As a Class Teacher, you will deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges all learners, create an inclusive and well-structured classroom, and monitor pupil progress and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges all learners.
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-structured classroom environment.
• Monitor and support the progress and wellbeing of all pupils.
• DBS check before commencing work and references from most recent employer.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges all learners.
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-structured classroom environment.
• Monitor and support the progress and wellbeing of all pupils.

Skills

Inspirational teaching

Relationship building

Creativity in lessons

Inclusive practice

Job description

Fernvale Primary School is looking to appoint a dedicated and values-driven teacher to join our primary school as a KS2 Year 5/6 class Teacher. Whether you are an ECT at the start of your teaching journey or an experienced teacher seeking a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an inspirational classroom practitioner with high expectations
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Brings passion, energy and creativity to the curriculum
• Understands the importance of inclusion and meeting diverse needs
• Embraces our values and contributes positively to school life
• Reflects, learns and grows as part of a supportive, ambitious staff team

Key Responsibilities

As a Class Teacher:

• Deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges all learners
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-structured classroom environment
• Monitor and support the progress and wellbeing of all pupils

Suitable for ECTs and experienced teachers (Main Scale M1-M6)

Full Time | Fixed Term for 2 Terms initially | Start: Monday 4th January 2027

Closing date for applications: Thursday 19th November 2026 at 11.59pm

Shortlisting: Friday 20th November 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 24th November 2026

Start date: Monday 4th January 2027

The successful applicant will need to complete a DBS check before commencing work and references, including that from the most recent employer, will be taken.