Year 5 Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Year 5 Teacher (QTS required) to join a Barnet primary school. You will deliver the KS2 curriculum, lead lessons across reading, writing and maths, and monitor progress to drive pupil resilience and independence.

You will work with teaching assistants and SENCO to ensure every pupil, including SEND and EAL learners, reaches their potential in a supportive environment. January 2027 start.

Qualifications

• QTS essential and up-to-date.
• Solid KS2 teaching experience, ideally Years 4-6.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum across reading, writing and maths.
• Ability to differentiate and intervene to support all pupils.
• Commitment to safeguarding and up-to-date safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the KS2 National Curriculum with high expectations across reading, writing and maths.
• Monitor pupil progress and respond with targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and SENCO to support every pupil, including SEND and EAL.
• Differentiate and tailor lessons to stretch all learners toward their potential.
• Support KS2 SATs preparation and upper-primary expectations.

Skills

QTS

KS2 teaching

Primary curriculum knowledge

Differentiation

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

QTS certificate

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment - January 2027

Year 5 Teacher (QTS Required)

Key Stage 2 · Barnet, Outer London · Full-time or Part-time

Salary

£39,193-£52,239

Daily rate (approx.)

£200.99-£267.89/day

Pay structure

Weekly PAYE only

Start date

January 2027

Are you a QTS-qualified KS2 teacher who thrives on preparing pupils for the demands of upper primary? Join a Year 5 team in Barnet and help your class build the skills, stamina and confidence they need heading into their final primary year.

About the role

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with Barnet primary schools to find an experienced Year 5 Teacher for January 2027 full-time or part-time.

Year 5 is a pivotal year of preparation. You will deliver the KS2 National Curriculum with high expectations across reading, writing, mathematics and the wider curriculum, building pupils' independence, analytical thinking and academic resilience ahead of Year 6.

You will monitor and respond to pupil progress data, deliver targeted interventions where needed, and work collaboratively with teaching assistants and SENCO colleagues to ensure every pupil - including those with SEND and EAL - is stretching towards their potential.

What we are looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• Solid KS2 teaching experience, ideally in Years 4-6
• High subject knowledge across the primary curriculum
• Confident in preparing pupils for KS2 SATs and upper primary expectations
• Skilled in differentiation and targeted intervention
• Strong behaviour management with an aspirational, growth mindset approach
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge

Why teachers choose Tradewind

• Transparent PAYE pay - weekly, with no umbrella companies or hidden deductions
• Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College from day one
• Real local knowledge of Barnet schools and their leadership teams
• Dedicated consultant support from your first conversation through to the end of your placement
• Ready to find the right school for you?

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right-to-work verification