Year 5 Class Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Salford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Year 5 Class Teacher to join their thriving KS2 team. This role offers the opportunity to inspire young minds through innovative teaching methods, while working collaboratively with experienced colleagues. The school values professional growth and provides a supportive environment where teachers can thrive. With a commitment to high standards and pupil welfare, this position promises to be rewarding and impactful. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Team Collaboration

Inclusive School Culture

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching and enabling good progress for every child.
• Reflective practitioner with a commitment to lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities across all areas of learning.
• Inspire children to learn in innovative ways and assess progress.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Planning

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Reflective Practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

Year 5 Class Teacher (Main Scale) required for September 2025

We are seeking an outstanding teacher to join our successful 3-form KS2 teaching team, where staff are committed to their work and fully valued. You will collaborate with two experienced Year 5 teachers to provide our children with high-quality learning experiences.

As a teacher, teaching should be a joy for you, and you should be relentless in securing academic, social, and emotional progress for every child in your class and beyond. We value your professional growth and provide opportunities for you to be highly effective.

We Offer:

• A leadership team committed to staff development and pupil outcomes
• A culture of professional learning and teamwork
• Highly motivated pupils eager to learn and succeed
• Exemplary pupil behaviour, caring, thoughtful, confident, and responsive to high expectations
• Supportive parents
• A pleasant working environment
• Planning and working as part of a strong team
• An inclusive school with high standards of attainment and behaviour
• Genuinely friendly, caring, and supportive staff

You Will:

• Plan and deliver activities that develop children's knowledge, skills, and understanding across all areas of learning
• Inspire children to learn in exciting and innovative ways
• Use effective assessment for learning to enhance progress
• Be passionate about enabling good progress for every child
• Be a reflective practitioner motivated by teaching and lifelong learning
• Work well in a team with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This position is subject to a DBS check.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years, or 12 months or more in the last 10 years (whether continuously or in total) while aged 18 or over, please refer to the following link for details on obtaining Certificates of Good Character: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

We welcome visits to our school to see us in action and discuss our ambitious plans. Please contact the school office at 0161 921 1200 to arrange an appointment.

We will not consider candidates requiring sponsorship for this position.

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