Year 5 Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Year 5 Teacher in Barnet (Outer London) starting January 2027. QTS is required and KS2 experience is essential to deliver the Year 5 curriculum and prepare pupils for KS2 SATs.

The role offers full-time or part-time options with weekly PAYE, and a focus on high-quality teaching, progress monitoring and collaborative planning with support staff.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Solid KS2 teaching experience, ideally in Years 4-6.
• Strong subject knowledge across the primary curriculum.
• Confident in preparing pupils for KS2 SATs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the KS2 National Curriculum with high expectations across reading, writing, mathematics and the wider curriculum.
• Monitor and respond to pupil progress data and deliver targeted interventions.
• Work with teaching assistants and SENCO colleagues to ensure all pupils progress, including SEND and EAL.

Education

QTS

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.)

.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

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.