Year 5 Class Teacher

Teach Now Limited; Harrow; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus (£150)

Dedicated consultant

CPD training access

Job summary

Teach Now Limited is seeking a proactive Year 5 Class Teacher in Harrow to lead a Year 5 class within the Key Stage 2 framework. You will plan engaging lessons, monitor progress, and collaborate with teaching assistants to support all learners.

This role is a full-time temporary contract, with term-time hours and a competitive pay scale depending on experience. Join a supportive team and contribute to high-quality teaching, safeguarding, and family engagement while delivering inclusive lessons

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status required.
• Strong knowledge of Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Ability to assess learning and adapt teaching to meet different needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 5 and monitor pupil progress.
• Plan engaging lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Set clear classroom expectations and manage behaviour.
• Assess progress, identify learning gaps and plan appropriate support.
• Adapt teaching for pupils with SEND and EAL.
• Work with teaching assistants and colleagues to support learning.
• Keep parents and carers informed about pupils progress.

Skills

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Assessment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Position: Year 5 Class Teacher

Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work

Start Date: 04/01/2027

Location: Harrow, London, UK

Salary: £39,196 (M1) to £58,120 (UPS3) per annum, Outer London pay scale

Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary of £58,120 is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to U3.

Hours of work: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

Email: [e-mail]

Contact Name: Danna Crous

About the Role

Looking for your next Year 5 Class Teacher role? Youll guide nine- and ten-year-olds through the Key Stage 2 curriculum, building their confidence and independence for Year 6. Youll have the chance to shape engaging lessons and see the impact of consistent teaching across the rest of the academic year. As the Year 5 Class Teacher, youll lead your class while working closely with teaching assistants and colleagues. If you enjoy making learning accessible and building strong relationships with families, Teach Now would love to hear from you.

Requirements

To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Sound knowledge of the Key Stage 2 National Curriculum
• Ability to assess learning and adapt teaching to meet different needs

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for teaching and pupil progress as the Year 5 Class Teacher.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Set clear classroom expectations and manage behaviour consistently.
• Assess progress, identify learning gaps and plan appropriate support.
• Adapt teaching for pupils with a range of needs, including SEND and EAL.
• Work with teaching assistants and colleagues to support learning.
• Keep parents and carers informed about pupils progress.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Be a Year 5 Class Teacher who builds positive relationships with pupils.
• Bring calm, consistent classroom management.
• Show confidence in leading a class and organising learning.
• Have high expectations for every pupil.
• Be thoughtful about making lessons inclusive and accessible.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and families.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
• Give you access for a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Qualifications

All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

Additional Information

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination.

Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.