Year 5 Class Teacher (January)

Teach Plus; Slough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus is seeking a dedicated KS2 Class Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Slough from January 2027. This full-time KS2 Class Teacher role involves delivering engaging lessons to a Year 5 class, supporting pupils as they prepare for Year 6 and contributing to a positive learning environment.

The school emphasises inclusion, high expectations and academic achievement, offering a supportive leadership team and a collaborative culture for teachers and families.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant qualification.
• Experience as a Year 5 Class Teacher or in a similar role.
• Strong subject knowledge relevant to KS2.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.
• Right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across Year 5.
• Assess, monitor and evaluate pupil progress to inform planning.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment with positive behaviour.
• Deliver high-quality teaching in core subjects (English, Maths).
• Differentiate teaching to meet varying abilities including additional needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues, teaching assistants, leaders and parents.

Skills

Plan differentiated lessons

Assessment for pupil progress

Year 5 experience

Right to work in UK

Education

QTS or equivalent

Enhanced DBS

Job description

KS2 Class Teacher

Start Date: January 2027

Location: Slough

Contract: Full-time

Salary: MPS1 - MPS6 (Fringe)

About the role and school

Teach Plus is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic KS2 Class Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Slough from January 2027. This full-time KS2 Class Teacher position is an excellent opportunity for a passionate primary teacher looking to make a positive impact on pupils' learning, progress and development in Key Stage 2. The successful KS2 Class Teacher will deliver engaging lessons to a Year 5 class, promote a positive learning environment and support pupils as they prepare for the transition into Year 6.

The school is a well-established, multicultural primary school in Slough, serving a diverse local community and placing a strong emphasis on inclusion, respect, high expectations and academic achievement. The school promotes a supportive and collaborative working environment, with a clear focus on pupil wellbeing, positive behaviour and an ambitious curriculum that encourages children to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team and a community-focused ethos that values the contribution of teachers, pupils and families.

This KS2 Class Teacher opportunity would suit an experienced primary teacher or an enthusiastic teacher looking to develop their career within Key Stage 2. The successful candidate will be confident in planning and delivering a broad, balanced curriculum, adapting lessons to meet a range of learning needs and maintaining high expectations for all pupils. If you are a motivated KS2 Class Teacher who is passionate about raising attainment, encouraging curiosity and helping pupils achieve their potential, this could be an excellent next step in your teaching career.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across the Year 5 curriculum, ensuring pupils make consistent progress in their learning.


• Assess, monitor and evaluate pupil progress, using assessment information to inform future planning and identify areas for development.


• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes effective learning, positive behaviour and pupil independence.


• Deliver high-quality teaching in core subjects, including English and Mathematics, alongside a broad range of foundation subjects.


• Differentiate teaching and learning activities to support pupils with varying abilities, including those with additional learning needs and those working at greater depth.


• Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants, senior leaders and parents to support pupil achievement, wellbeing and personal development.

Qualifications/Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant qualification


• Experience as a Year 5 Class Teacher or in a similar role


• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role


• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service


• Right to work in the UK