KS2 Year 6 Primary Teacher

TeacherActive; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking an experienced Year 6 Class Teacher to join a supportive school in Tower Hamlets. This role involves preparing pupils for their transition to secondary school, delivering high-quality lessons, and creating a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate should have QTS and solid KS2 experience. Competitive pay and professional development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Market-leading rates of pay

CPD courses and certificates

Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7

Referral scheme up to £100

Qualifications

• Solid experience teaching in KS2, preferably Year 6.
• Strong knowledge of the Upper KS2 curriculum and SATs preparation.
• Confident in planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality lessons.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pupils for transition to secondary school.
• Deliver well-structured lessons.
• Create an environment where every child feels supported.

Skills

Excellent behaviour management

Strong communication skills

Ability to inspire pupils

Organised and proactive

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching in KS2

Job description

Year 6 Class Teacher Tower Hamlets

TeacherActive is delighted to be working alongside a supportive, ambitious primary school in Tower Hamlets as they look to appoint an experienced and motivating Year 6 Class Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that prides itself on high expectations, strong pastoral support, and a collaborative staff team.

As the Year 6 Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in preparing pupils for their transition to secondary school supporting them academically, emotionally and socially during one of their most important primary years. You ll deliver well‑structured lessons, help pupils build confidence ahead of SATs, and create an environment where every child feels supported, challenged and ready to succeed.

The school offers a positive atmosphere, a dedicated senior leadership team, and a strong commitment to professional development.

What You Need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Solid experience teaching in KS2 (Year 6 experience highly desirable)
• Strong knowledge of the Upper KS2 curriculum and SATs preparation
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Confident planning, delivering and assessing high‑quality lessons

Desired Skills & Qualities:

• Excellent behaviour management and a calm, supportive teaching style
• Ability to inspire pupils through a key year of growth and transition
• Strong communication skills with parents, staff and pupils
• Organised, proactive and committed to raising attainment

Why TeacherActive?

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 for support
• GPS Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
• Market‑leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our teachers are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of tax and National Insurance with no admin charges taken from your hard‑earned cash.

If this sounds like a good fit for you, click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.