Year 5 Teacher

EdEx – Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Year 5 Teacher to join a supportive Primary School in Dartford, beginning in January 2026. The ideal candidate will hold UK QTS, have experience in KS2, and demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge. The school emphasizes work-life balance and offers excellent CPD opportunities. Competitive salary is available above the Fringe scale for the right candidate. This is a full-time, permanent role with a strong support team in place.

Qualifications

• Strong academic ability ideal!
• Experienced in KS2 with strong recent lesson observations.

Responsibilities

• Join a down to earth and supportive team of teachers.
• Deliver quality education while ensuring work-life balance.

Skills

Strong curriculum knowledge

Team player

Confident in teaching

Education

Qualified Primary Teacher with UK QTS

Experience in KS2

Job description

Year 5 Teacher

Q - Are you an experienced Year 5 / KS2 Teacher who is looking to join a warm and welcoming Primary School in January?

Q - Are you passionate about ensuring your students have all the support they need to thrive?

EdEx are working with an incredibly supportive Primary School in Dartford who are looking for a Year 5 Teacher to join in January. Even though the school comes under Fringe, The Exec has said they will pay above for the right candidate, money is no issue!

The main thing the Exec wants is someone who is committed to seeing the full academic year through, these Year 5 pupils need someone to invest in them and give them the best they can.

What sets this school apart from others?

• Work-Life Balance - the Exec Headteacher is passionate about making sure teachers can balance the ever‑growing demands for teachers.
• Leading CPD and Training - the Headteacher (and SLT) are keen for people to progress and not stagnate, the school is well‑funded via a strong MAT and not in a large deficit!
• Inspiring Headteacher - I have personally spoken at length with the Exec Head, she is LOVELY. Incredibly supportive, wants her staff and children to do well, but also understands the challenges teachers face in schools today!
• Good School - Children are well‑behaved; their behaviour policy is not a "no tolerance" policy and you will have autonomy to support children as you see fit

Read on to find out more about this Year 5 Teacher role in Dartford , if interested click apply with your CV attached and Alex at EdEx will be in touch within 2 hours of your application (if shortlisted!)

The school have recently appointed one other teacher via EdEx who absolutely LOVED the school, so we can confidently say you'll be in a great school surrounded by like‑minded driven and compassionate teachers.

Role Details - Year 5 Teacher

• MPS3 - UPS3 - Fringe Scale (The school will pay above for the right candidate)
• Full‑time, permanent school‑based contract (no short term / supply)
• Commencing in January 2026
• Working in a down to earth and supportive team of teachers
• Excellent support & CPD opportunities

Person Specification - Year 5 Teacher

• Qualified Primary Teacher with UK QTS
• Experienced in KS2 - with strong recent lesson observations
• Strong academic ability ideal!
• Confident, team player, strong curriculum knowledge

School Specification - Year 5 Teacher

• Excellent Primary School based in Dartford
• Medium school with amazing facilities
• Truly passionate about educating the "whole-child" and providing a deep, enriching education
• Solid Leadership who are down‑earth, approachable and personable

If you're interested in this Year 5 Teacher vacancy, click apply with your CV attached and Alex at EdEx will be in touch within 2 hours of your application (if shortlisted!)

Year 5 Teacher

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