Part-Time Year 5 Primary Teacher

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Part-Time Year 5 Primary Teacher to join a supportive school in High Wycombe starting January 2026. The role offers flexible 3-day work weeks and aims to create engaging lessons in a positive and collaborative environment. Candidates should possess QTS and ideally have experience in Upper KS2. This position provides a friendly school community and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Friendly, inclusive school community

Excellent resources

Ongoing CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• At least one year of UK teaching experience (Year 5 or Upper KS2 desirable).
• Creative, organized, and committed to quality teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 5 across 3 days per week.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to pupils’ needs.
• Collaborate within a two-form entry year group.

Skills

Creative lesson planning

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Enthusiasm

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Part-Time Year 5 Primary Teacher – High Wycombe, Bucks (3 Days a Week)

Are you an experienced Year 5 teacher seeking a new role in the New Year?

Are you looking for a part-time position starting in January 2026?

Are you interested in a long-term contract within a supportive and thriving school?

A lovely two-form entry primary school in High Wycombe, Bucks, is currently recruiting for a part-time Year 5 teacher (3 days a week) to join them in January 2026 on a long‑term basis. The school can offer flexible days and is happy to accommodate any 3 days of the week.

Part-Time Year 5 Primary Teacher – Part Time (3 Days a Week)

• Location: High Wycombe, Bucks
• Contract: Part-time, long-term
• Days: 3 days per week (flexible – any days)
• Pay: MPS
• Start date: January 2026
• School: Two‑form entry
• OFSTED: ‘Good’ rating

About the School

This welcoming and well-respected primary school, rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED, is led by a supportive Headteacher with a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development. The school is known for its positive culture, well-behaved pupils, and strong collaborative ethos across year groups.

The Role

As a Part‑Time Year 5 Teacher, you will:

• Teach Year 5 across 3 days per week (your choice of days)
• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons tailored to pupils’ needs
• Work collaboratively within a two‑form entry year group
• Receive additional PPA time and support from an experienced team
• Make a positive contribution to a friendly, committed staff community

The Year 5 pupils are well-behaved, enthusiastic, and eager to learn.

Requirements

To apply, you must:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have at least one year of UK teaching experience (Year 5 or Upper KS2 experience desirable)
• Be creative, organised, and committed to delivering high-quality learning
• Be enthusiastic about contributing to school life and working as part of a team

What We Offer

• A friendly, inclusive, and supportive school community
• Excellent resources and well-equipped classrooms
• Strong leadership and ongoing CPD opportunities
• A positive, collaborative working environment

If you’re an enthusiastic Year 5 teacher looking for a flexible 3‑day-a-week role starting January 2026, we would love to hear from you!