Primary Year 5 Teacher - Lewisham

Clarus Education; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Lewisham is seeking a passionate Year 5 teacher to join their outstanding staff. With remarkable facilities and a supportive environment, this role offers a unique opportunity to inspire young minds. Successful candidates will embrace creativity and inclusivity in their teaching approaches, and will be part of a vibrant school community dedicated to ensuring every child's success.

Benefits

State-of-the-art facilities

Strong pastoral support

Supportive and diverse team

On-site parking available

Qualifications

• Must have a degree and UK QTS (achieved in a UK institution).
• Holds C and above in English, Maths and Science.
• Experience of teaching KS2 in either work or placements.

Responsibilities

• Provide an engaging and diverse curriculum reflecting pupils' daily lived experiences.
• Complete ongoing assessment for learning in line with the school's policies.
• Support a ‘brain-friendly’ approach focusing on optimal cognitive functioning.

Skills

Creativity

Compassion

Energy

Equal Opportunities Provision

Education

Degree and UK QTS

C or above in English

C or above in Maths

C or above in Science

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Primary Year 5 Teacher - Lewisham, London

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Clarus Education

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London, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

18.06.2025

Expiry Date:

02.08.2025

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Primary Year 5 Teacher - Lewisham

It is an incredibly exciting time to be at this vibrant Primary School, located in the borough of Lewisham! This modern, creative school are currently seeking a Primary Year 5 teacher to join their wonderful staff.

With a wonderful, newly-built school environment, which is spacious and inviting, the school’s teachers are incredibly talented and hardworking and their pupils’ smiles and love of learning make this school a very special place to be .

Dominating in modern facilities, their outdoor space is incredibly vast and has to be seen to be believed! On the grounds, they house two large sports halls; a delightful, spacious outside area for reflection; a dedicated, well-resourced music room and a kitchen space for food technology lessons. Still improving they are also moving their whole school library to a more central location and are in the process of developing a specialist art room!

As a Year 5 teacher, you will be a part of the Trust that offers opportunities for staff training; the sharing of ideas; and tangible benefits for their pupils that go far beyond the offer a school of their size would normally enjoy. They are proud to have their individual vision and ethos which recognise children as brave individuals who are guides in organising and participating in their educational journeys.

The school thrive on the prospect of fun and have built their excellent, inclusive curriculum around this.

Is this the kind of school you can see yourself prosper?

Are you an enthusiastic, Year 5 teacher who will be creative and inclusive in your teaching?

If so, read on to find out more information about the role…

Primary Year 5 Teacher – The Role :

• Primary KS2 Teacher – experienced
• September 2024 start, Permanent, Full Time
• Provide an engaging and diverse curriculum, which reflects the pupils’ daily lived experiences and makes full use of the local community to enrich their learning.
• To give children ownership of their own learning and a role in planning a curriculum, which reflects their interests and questions
• Complete ongoing assessment for learning in line with the school’s policies and training
• Support and provide a ‘brain-friendly’ approach based on what children need for optimal cognitive functioning, including growth mindset and learning through exploration.
• To provide use of ‘in the moment’ feedback and assessment for learning to move learners o
• Work with a robust behaviour policy based on high quality relationships and mutual respect including an understanding of the zones of regulation

Primary Year 5 Teacher - The Person:

Mandatory requirements:

• Must have a degree and UK QTS (achieved in a UK institution)
• Holds C and above in English, Maths and Science
• Creative individual able to bring learning to life
• A passion for providing a provision of equal opportunities in a diverse setting
• Confident, compassionate and energetic KS2 Teacher
• Experience of teaching KS2 in either work or placements

Primary Year 5 Teacher – The School:

• Graded ‘OUTSTANDING’ by Ofsted
• Central location with state-of-the-art facilities
• A blended learning approach incorporating home and school life
• Supportive and diverse team of staff
• Inclusive environment, focused on success for all
• High expectations balanced with strong pastoral support
• A strong theme of well-being for staff
• An inclusive and considerate SLT
• Good public transport links – accessible by road, rail and other TfL links.
• On-site parking available

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful Year 5 Class Teacher candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.