Y5 Primary Teacher

Philosophy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education seeks an experienced Year 5 KS2 teacher for a one-form entry primary school in Hampstead. You will lead the class, deliver engaging lessons, and tailor learning to pupils with varying abilities.

You will join a supportive team with collaborative planning and strong emphasis on pupil well-being, high-quality teaching, and professional growth. Start January 2027, with a July 2027 end date and potential extension.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and KS2 teaching experience.
• Experience in Upper KS2 is preferred.
• Strong classroom management and high expectations for learning and behaviour.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and meeting diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 5 KS2 with ownership of planning and learning.
• Establish positive relationships and a calm, purposeful learning environment.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet all learners’ needs.
• Assess pupil progress and adapt teaching to improve outcomes.
• Collaborate with colleagues and leadership on planning and assessment.

Skills

QTS

KS2 teaching

Upper KS2

Classroom management

Lesson planning & delivery

Differentiation

Assessment

Inclusive teaching

Teamwork

Organisation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 5 Teacher

Full-time

One-form Entry Primary School

Hampstead

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: January – July 2027 (potential to extend)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Primary Teacher to join a small, welcoming, one-form entry primary school in the Hampstead Heath area. The school is looking for a confident and enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher to join their team from January 2027.

The Role

As the Year 5 Teacher, you will take full responsibility for teaching and learning within the class. The school is looking for an experienced Key Stage 2 teacher who can quickly establish positive relationships, maintain a calm and purposeful learning environment, and deliver engaging lessons that support pupils to achieve their full potential.

The pupils are enthusiastic learners who are working at a good academic standard and engage positively in lessons. Behaviour across the school is good, and pupils with additional learning needs are well supported through tailored interventions and classroom support.

You will be joining a supportive and collaborative teaching team, with planning and assessment support available from colleagues and the wider leadership team.

Person Specification

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have previous experience teaching within Key Stage 2, ideally in Upper KS2.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills and high expectations for learning and behaviour.
• Be confident planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Have a good understanding of assessment and pupil progress.
• Be committed to inclusive teaching and supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Be organised, proactive and committed to providing high-quality teaching.

The School

This creative and community-focused primary school is located in the heart of Hampstead, close to Hampstead Heath. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, the school has a welcoming and nurturing ethos, with a strong emphasis on inclusion, creativity and developing a love of learning.

As a small, one-form entry school, there is a real sense of community, with positive relationships between staff, pupils and families. The committed leadership team places a strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing, high-quality teaching and providing a supportive working environment for staff.

Contract Details

This is a full-time teaching position starting in January 2027, initially running until July 2027, with the potential to extend into the following academic year.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced KS2 teacher looking to join a friendly, well-established school where they can make a positive contribution to pupils' learning and development.