Year 5 Teacher

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Year 5 Teacher for a two-form-entry primary school in Greenford, Middlesex. The role starts January 2027 and runs long-term until July 2027 with a potential temp-to-permanent path.

You will plan engaging lessons, assess progress, differentiate for all abilities and collaborate closely with a parallel Year 5 teacher to support pupil progress and contribute to the school community.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and KS2 teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum.
• Effective behaviour and classroom management.
• Able to differentiate for mixed abilities and needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 5 lessons across the curriculum.
• Assess pupil progress and use data to inform planning.
• Differentiate lessons to meet diverse abilities and needs.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement.
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-structured classroom.
• Collaborate with the parallel Year 5 teacher to share resources.

Skills

QTS

KS2 experience

Primary curriculum knowledge

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you an experienced Year 5 Teacher looking for a long-term teaching position in Greenford? If so, this Year 5 Teacher opportunity in Greenford could be ideal for you.

A welcoming two-form-entry primary school is seeking a committed and enthusiastic teacher to join its team from January 2027.

Key Details

• Position: Year 5 Teacher
• Location: Greenford, Middlesex, UB6
• Start Date: January 2027
• Contract: Full-time, long-term until July 2027
• Opportunity: Potential temp-to-permanent position
• Salary: Teachers' Pay Scale, dependent on experience

About the School

This two-form-entry primary school in Greenford offers a supportive and collaborative working environment. The school is looking for a reliable teacher who can maintain high expectations, support pupil progress and contribute positively to the wider school community.

The position will initially run from January until July 2027. The school intends to appoint permanently in July 2027, creating a genuine opportunity for the successful candidate to transition into a permanent position.

The Role

As the Year 5 Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the Year 5 curriculum
• Assess pupil progress and use data to inform future planning
• Differentiate lessons to meet a range of abilities and additional needs
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-structured classroom
• Work closely with the parallel Year 5 teacher to share planning and resources
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers
• Contribute to meetings, school activities and the wider life of the school

What We're Looking For

- The ideal Year 5 Teacher will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching within Key Stage 2
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the primary curriculum
• Have effective behaviour and classroom management skills
• Be confident supporting pupils working at different levels
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative teaching team

What the School Offers

• A supportive two-form-entry structure
• Shared planning with a parallel class teacher
• A collaborative and welcoming staff team
• A convenient Greenford location

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