Key Stage 2 Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Kettering; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (MPS/UPS)

Career progression & leadership

CPD access via The National College

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are partnering with a friendly primary school in Kettering to appoint a Year 5 Class Teacher from September 2026. The role is offered as full-time or part-time and is a permanent position within a supportive school community.

The successful candidate will plan, deliver and assess engaging Year 5 lessons, support pupils' academic and personal development, and work closely with teaching assistants, colleagues and parents to raise attainment.

Qualifications

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, especially Year 5, is desirable.
• Strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
• Passion for helping children achieve their best academically and personally.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Reflective and adaptable approach to teaching; ECTs encouraged with induction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, creative, and purposeful lessons across the Year 5 curriculum.
• Plan, prepare, and assess learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and raise attainment.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, learning, and presentation.
• Differentiate and adapt learning to ensure all pupils access the curriculum.
• Develop pupils' confidence, independence, resilience, and enthusiasm for learning.
• Work with teaching assistants, colleagues and parents to support pupil outcomes.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school community.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Year 5 Class Teacher - Kettering

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire | Full-Time or Part-Time | September 2026 Start | Permanent

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 5 Teacher looking for your next teaching opportunity?

Would you like to join a supportive and welcoming primary school where pupil achievement, staff wellbeing, and high-quality teaching are genuinely valued?

We are working in partnership with a friendly and ambitious primary school in Kettering that is seeking to appoint a talented Year 5 Class Teacher from September 2026. The school is open to both full-time and part-time applicants and is looking for a committed teacher who can inspire pupils and help them reach their full potential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a positive school community that prides itself on delivering a broad and engaging curriculum, fostering strong relationships, and creating a nurturing environment where every child is supported to succeed.

The Role

• Deliver engaging, creative, and purposeful lessons across the Year 5 curriculum.
• Plan, prepare, and assess learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and raise attainment.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, learning, and presentation.
• Differentiate and adapt learning to ensure all pupils can access and enjoy the curriculum.
• Develop pupils' confidence, independence, resilience, and enthusiasm for learning.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues, and parents to support positive pupil outcomes.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school community.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, particularly Year 5, is desirable but not essential.
• Strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
• A passion for helping children achieve their best academically and personally.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• A reflective, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach to teaching.
• ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply and will receive a comprehensive induction and mentoring programme.

What's On Offer

• Full-time or part-time Year 5 Class Teacher position.
• September 2026 start.
• Permanent opportunity within a supportive primary school in Kettering.
• Competitive salary in line with the MPS/UPS, pro rata for part-time work.
• A supportive and experienced leadership team.
• Well-resourced classrooms and excellent teaching facilities.
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• A welcoming and collaborative staff team.
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Ongoing support throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.

Professional Development

The successful candidate will have access to a wide range of CPD opportunities, including training in curriculum development, assessment, behaviour management, safeguarding, SEND provision, adaptive teaching, and evidence-based classroom practice.

Through Tradewind, you'll also gain free access to over 2,500 CPD-certified courses via The National College, helping you continue to develop your teaching skills and progress your career.