PRIMARY TEACHER, Year 6. Job in Blackburn Education & Training Jobs

Veritas Education Recruitment; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Year 6 Class Teacher for a maternity cover position in Blackburn starting April 2026. The role involves leading a Year 6 class, delivering high-quality teaching, and supporting pupils in their transition to secondary school. Applicants must hold QTS and have proven experience in Upper Key Stage 2, with strong classroom management and communication skills. This position offers competitive pay on the Main and Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS).

Benefits

Supportive leadership team

Excellent classroom resources

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Upper Key Stage 2, ideally Year 6.
• Experience with effective SATs preparation strategies.
• Able to deliver high-quality teaching across the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Year 6 class and deliver high-quality teaching.
• Support pupils' transition to secondary school.
• Engage with a collaborative and motivated teaching team.

Skills

Excellent classroom management

Strong understanding of KS2 SATs preparation

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Primary Teacher – Year 6 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Location: Blackburn
Start Date: April 2026 or sooner
Contract: Full‑time, Maternity Cover
Pay Scale: Main Pay Scale (MPS) / Upper Pay Scale (UPS)
Contact: Ben Tsui
Exclusively Managed By Veritas Education

Veritas Education are proud to be working exclusively with a supportive and high‑achieving primary school in Blackburn, seeking an experienced and motivated Year 6 Class Teacher to cover a maternity leave position within Upper Key Stage 2 starting April 2026.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced primary practitioner to lead a Year 6 class, delivering high‑quality teaching and learning across the curriculum and supporting pupils' transition to secondary school.

The School Offers

• A supportive leadership team that values staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• Motivated pupils with a strong attitude to learning.
• Excellent classroom resources and teaching facilities.
• A collaborative and experienced teaching team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with proven experience in Upper Key Stage 2, ideally Year 6.
• Strong understanding of KS2 SATs preparation and strategies to support pupil progress.
• Excellent classroom management, organisation, and communication skills.
• Not suitable for ECTs due to the nature of the role.

This role is offered on the Main and Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS), reflecting the school's commitment to rewarding experienced teachers.

If you're a skilled and confident Year 6 practitioner looking for your next challenge in a supportive and rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply: Please contact Ben Tsui at Veritas Education for more information or to submit your CV. This position is exclusively managed by Veritas Education.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

Veritas Education works with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.