KS2 Year 5 Teacher - Maternity Cover (Jan 2027)

Protocol Education Limited; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is working with a welcoming primary school in Walton-on-Thames who are seeking a Year 5 Teacher to join their team from January 2027 to cover a maternity leave.

This is a full-time teaching position, expected to run until the end of the academic year (July 2027) with the possibility of extending beyond. The ideal candidate will hold QTS, have KS2 experience, and be able to plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons while maintaining high standards of behaviour.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in KS2.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Creates engaging and inclusive learning environments.
• Is committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver Year 5 lessons.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress.
• Manage behaviour and create inclusive learning environments.
• Collaborate with leadership team.
• Potential for subject leadership opportunities.

Skills

Strong classroom management

KS2 experience

Engaging instruction

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

KS2 curriculum knowledge

Job description

Protocol Education is working with a welcoming primary school in Walton-on-Thames who are seeking a Year 5 Teacher to join their team from January 2027 to cover a maternity leave.

This is a full-time teaching position, expected to run until the end of the academic year (July 2027) with the possibility of extending beyond. The ideal candidate will hold QTS, have KS2 experience, and be able to plan, deliver and assess engaging lessons while maintaining high standards of behaviour.