Year 5 Teacher

Academics Ltd; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Gravesend is seeking a Year 5 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school. The role starts October 2026, with full-time teaching from Oct-Dec, then transition to part-time 2-3 days per week from January to July 2027 to offer flexibility for the remainder of the academic year.

The successful candidate will hold QTS, have KS2 experience (Year 5 preferred) and be confident planning engaging lessons with strong classroom management.

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5.
• Ability to plan engaging lessons and support pupils' development.
• Strong classroom management and teamwork within a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Year 5 lessons and assess pupil progress.
• Plan and adapt lessons to meet pupil needs and the school curriculum.
• Collaborate with staff to support pupil development and wellbeing.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Teamwork

Student development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 5 Teacher

Full-Time October-December 2026 | Part-Time January-July 2027

Location: Gravesend, Kent
Start Date: October 2026
Contract: Full-time initially, moving to part-time
QTS: Essential
DBS: Enhanced DBS required

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 5 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Gravesend.

The successful candidate will teach full-time, 5 days per week, from October to December 2026. From January 2027 through to July 2027, the role will transition to part-time, 2-3 days per week, offering excellent flexibility for the remainder of the academic year.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching within Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5
• Be confident planning and delivering engaging lessons
• Have strong classroom management skills
• Be committed to supporting pupils' academic and personal development
• Work effectively as part of a supportive school team
• Have a fully enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for a new enhanced DBS immediately

What the role offers:

• Full-time teaching from October-December 2026
• Part-time teaching, 2-3 days per week, from January-July 2027
• A supportive and welcoming school environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' learning and development
• A role offering flexibility for the second half of the academic year

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.