Year 5 Primary Teacher

Term Time Teachers; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational recruitment agency seeks an enthusiastic Year 5 Primary Teacher in Tonbridge. This role involves leading a vibrant class, delivering engaging lessons, and nurturing student progress in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate holds QTS and has experience in KS2. The position offers competitive pay, a welcoming school community, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Supportive leadership

Access to ongoing professional development

Career development opportunities

Well-resourced setting

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and has experience teaching in KS2.
• Brings energy, strong subject knowledge, and a passion for learning.
• Can create an engaging, well-structured, and supportive classroom environment.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and communicates effectively with parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead a vibrant Year 5 class, delivering creative lessons.
• Maintain high standards of teaching and learning.
• Nurture every child's progress in a supportive environment.

Skills

QTS

Experience teaching in KS2

Strong subject knowledge

Effective communication

Ability to create engaging lessons

Job description

Year 5 Primary Teacher - Tonbridge

Start: January 2026 (or sooner)

Contract: Full-time

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Year 5 Teacher to join our welcoming and forward-thinking school community in Tonbridge. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed educator who is passionate about supporting pupils as they build confidence and prepare for upper KS2.

About the Role

You will lead a vibrant Year 5 class, delivering creative, challenging and inclusive lessons that inspire curiosity and independence.

Working closely with a supportive staff team, you will help maintain high standards of teaching and learning while nurturing every child's progress.

This role will start as a short-term placement but with the view to extend for the right candidate.

We are looking for someone who

• Holds QTS and has experience teaching in KS2
• Brings energy, strong subject knowledge and a passion for learning
• Can create an engaging, well-structured and supportive classroom environment
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and communicates effectively with parents

We offer

• A friendly, community-driven school with motivated pupils
• Supportive leadership and access to ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to take on responsibilities and develop your career
• A well-resourced setting in the heart of Tonbridge
• A group of skilled Education Specialists on hand 6am-9pm each day to help with finding you the perfect role
• Competitive pay
• All PAYE contributions included

If you're excited to inspire and guide Year 5 learners and would like to find out more about this role, we would love to hear from you.

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).