Year 5 Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated education consultant

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is assisting a mainstream primary school in Hounslow Central to recruit a Year 5 Teacher for a full-time, long-term role from November 2026 through July 2027. You will deliver lessons across KS2, focusing on English, maths and foundation subjects, while supporting pupil progress and behaviour in a supportive teaching team.

The role offers Outer London M1-M6 pay and ongoing support from an education consultant, with a commitment to high expectations and pupil progress.

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• Primary teaching experience, ideally KS2.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Positive, flexible approach and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the Year 5 curriculum.
• Teach English, maths and foundation subjects.
• Assess pupil progress and adapt lessons to meet needs.
• Establish clear routines and maintain positive behaviour.
• Support pupils to develop independence and prepare for Year 6.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share planning and resources.
• Communicate with the wider school team.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Lesson planning

Teamwork

Education

QTS

Job description

Year 5 Teacher

Hounslow Central, West London | Full-time | Long-term

Start date: November 2026

Salary: Outer London M1-M6, £39,739-£50,617

A primary school in Hounslow Central is looking for a committed and enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher to join its team on a full-time, long-term basis from November 2026, with the role running through to July 2027.

This is an opportunity to take responsibility for a Year 5 class within KS2, supporting pupils as they develop their subject knowledge, confidence and independence in preparation for Year 6.

The school has an established teaching team and a focus on high expectations, positive behaviour and helping pupils make consistent progress. You'll work alongside colleagues to deliver a broad curriculum and create a classroom environment where children feel supported and ready to learn.

The Role

You’ll take full responsibility for a Year 5 class, planning and delivering lessons across the curriculum and supporting pupils' academic and personal development.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons across the Year 5 curriculum.
• Teaching English, maths and foundation subjects.
• Assessing pupil progress and adapting lessons to meet different learning needs.
• Establishing clear classroom routines and maintaining positive behaviour.
• Supporting pupils to develop greater independence and prepare for Year 6.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to share planning, resources and ideas.
• Maintaining effective communication with the wider school team.

About the School

• Mainstream primary school in Hounslow Central.
• Established teaching team with opportunities for collaborative planning.
• A focus on positive behaviour, inclusion and high expectations.
• A broad curriculum supporting pupils' academic and personal development.
• Convenient location with access to local transport links.

Who Should Apply?

The school is open to applications from both ECTs and experienced primary teachers.

You’ll need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Primary teaching experience, ideally within KS2.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• A positive, flexible approach and the ability to work as part of a team.

What’s on Offer?

• Full-time, long-term teaching position starting in November 2026.
• Outer London M1-M6 pay scale.
• Consistent work with the same Year 5 class.
• The opportunity to join an established primary school team.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant with a primary teaching background.