Year 5 Class Teacher- Wallingford

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for an enthusiastic Year 5 Class Teacher to join a supportive primary school in Wallingford starting January 2026. The ideal candidate should have KS2 experience and hold UK QTS, with a passion for guiding pupils through their primary education. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a friendly and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing pupils for upper KS2 expectations.
• Strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum and Year 5 learning milestones.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.

Responsibilities

• Motivate pupils as they prepare for upper KS2 expectations.
• Track progress and set personalised learning targets.
• Create a positive and engaging classroom environment.
• Plan and deliver a high-quality curriculum.

Skills

KS2 experience

UK QTS

Child-centred ethos

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Year 5 Class Teacher – Wallingford. Start Date: January 2026 (or sooner if available). Pay Scale: M1 – UPR3.

A supportive and well-established mainstream primary school in Wallingford is seeking an enthusiastic Year 5 Class Teacher to join their team from January 2026. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, the school offers a warm, collaborative working environment and a strong commitment to helping every pupil succeed. This role is ideal for teachers with KS2 experience who hold UK QTS and are passionate about guiding pupils through the later stages of primary education.

Responsibilities

• Inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils as they prepare for upper KS2 expectations
• Track progress effectively and set purposeful, personalised learning targets
• Create a positive and engaging classroom environment where all learners feel supported
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum and Year 5 learning milestones
• Work closely with the wider KS2 team to plan and deliver a consistent, creative, and high-quality curriculum

The school places great emphasis on inclusion, celebrating each pupil’s unique progress, and is looking for a teacher who shares this child‑centred ethos.

There are also opportunities to take on middle leadership responsibilities for teachers seeking further career development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced KS2 practitioner to join a friendly, dedicated, and thriving school community.

Application

If you would like to apply for this Year 5 Class Teacher role, please upload your updated CV directly to this advert. We look forward to hearing from you!

Recruiting Agency

Academics is a leading education recruitment agency – delivering continuity in the classroom.