Year 5 Cover Teacher

Clarus Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Year 5 Cover Teacher for a primary school in Redbridge, East London. This full-time, permanent role starts in January 2026. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and possess strong behaviour management skills. Responsibilities include planning lessons and supporting pupils' individual needs. Benefits include competitive pay aligned with national scales and DBS support. Apply now to join this welcoming team!

Benefits

Competitive pay in line with national pay scales

Long-term and permanent roles available

Dedicated personal consultant

DBS support and professional guidance

£250 'Refer a Friend' bonus for teachers

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required; ECTs may also apply.
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 2 is desirable.
• Confident in delivering lessons across the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach and cover Year 5 classes across the curriculum.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons.
• Manage behaviour positively and effectively.

Skills

Strong behaviour management

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to engage and motivate pupils

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

POSITION: Year 5 Cover Teacher
PAY: MPS- Outer London
CONTRACT: Full Time & Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday
START DATE: January 2026
LOCATION: Redbridge East London

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Redbridge, East London, is seeking a Year 5 Cover Teacher to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis from January 2026. The school is looking for a confident and capable practitioner with strong behaviour management and the ability to engage and motivate pupils across Key Stage 2.

About the role: Year 5 Cover Teacher

• Teach and cover Year 5 classes across the curriculum.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons when required.
• Manage behaviour positively and effectively, maintaining a focused learning environment.
• Assess, monitor, and provide feedback on pupil progress.
• Work collaboratively with the KS2 team to ensure continuity and high standards.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Full-time & Permanent position.
• January 2026 start.
• Primary school located in Redbridge, East London.

The ideal candidate: Year 5 Cover Teacher

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – ECTs may also apply.
• Strong behaviour management is essential.
• Previous experience teaching within Key Stage 2.
• Confident delivering lessons across the curriculum.
• Reliable, proactive, and adaptable.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Motivated to help pupils achieve their full potential.

Benefits of joining Clarus Education as a Year 5 Cover Teacher:

• Competitive pay in line with national pay scales.
• Long-term and permanent roles available.
• Dedicated personal consultant.
• DBS support and professional guidance.
• £250 'Refer a Friend' bonus for teachers / £150 for support staff.
• Your pay will be equal to a permanent member of staff in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) from week 12.

Additional Information

Please note: Sponsorship cannot be offered for this position Year 5 cover Teacher role. Applicants must hold QTS awarded by the British Department for Education.

How To Apply

To apply for Year 5 cover Teacher, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for Year 5 cover Teacher role now and will be interviewing ASAP.

Safeguarding

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Year 5 cover Teacher, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Year 5 cover Teacher candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. Year 5 cover Teacher post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for Year 5 cover Teacher opportunity by sending your CV. You will be contacted (if shortlisted) for the Year 5 cover Teacher role within 48 hours.

Year 5 cover Teacher Redbridge East London