Class Teacher - Year 6

Teaching Personnel; Preston; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A thriving primary school in Preston is seeking an experienced Year 6 Teacher from September 2025. This full-time role requires Qualified Teacher Status and experience in Upper Key Stage 2, aiming to prepare pupils effectively for their transition to secondary school while fostering a positive learning environment.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Enhanced DBS check support

Qualifications

• Experience in Upper Key Stage 2 (particularly Year 6) preferred.
• Confidence in preparing pupils for SATs.
• Ability to manage diverse pupil abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead Year 6 cohort and prepare pupils for SATs.
• Deliver engaging lessons and support emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the teaching team for a strong school community.

Skills

Motivation

Classroom Management

Reflective Practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 6 Class Teacher - Preston

Location: Preston
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Pay: £120 – £150 per day (depending on experience)

The Opportunity

A thriving and supportive primary school in Preston is seeking a dedicated and experienced Year 6 Teacher to lead their final-year cohort from September 2025.

This is a pivotal role with responsibility for preparing pupils for SATs and supporting a smooth transition to secondary school. You’ll deliver engaging, high-impact lessons and be part of a collaborative team that values academic rigour, emotional wellbeing, and a strong school community.

What You’ll Bring

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven experience in Upper Key Stage 2 (Year 6 preferred)
• Confidence in preparing children for end-of-key-stage assessments
• Ability to motivate and manage pupils with varying levels of ability
• A reflective, organised, and driven teaching style

Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome. A strong KS2 placement or experience in Year 6 is beneficial. Full support will be provided where appropriate.

Pay & AWR (Agency Worker Regulations)

The role is paid at £120 to £150 per day, depending on experience, for the first 12 weeks.
After 12 weeks, AWR entitlements apply, meaning you will receive pay and working conditions equivalent to a permanent member of staff. This includes parity in salary, workload expectations, staff facilities, and opportunities for CPD.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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