Year 5 Teacher

Vision for Education - Northampton; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in Northampton is seeking an experienced Year 5 Teacher to take a full-time role from September 2025 to February 2026. The successful candidate will manage a classroom, engage in planning and assessments, and maintain communication with parents. Strong behaviour management skills and knowledge of Year 5 curriculum are essential for this position.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Opportunities for CPD

Pension contributions

Support from a dedicated education consultant

Qualifications

• Must have UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Recent experience in teaching Key Stage 2 is preferred.
• Confidence in managing the Year 5 classroom and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Full teaching responsibilities including planning and assessment.
• Manage behaviour effectively and communicate with parents.
• Engage in parents' evenings and other school functions.

Skills

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Recent experience teaching in UK primary schools

Strong understanding of the Year 5 curriculum

Proven ability to manage behaviour effectively

Job description

The School and Role

A state-maintained community primary school in Northampton, rated 'Good' by Ofsted, is seeking an experienced Year 5 Teacher from September 2025 to February 2026. This is a full-time role with full teaching responsibilities, including planning, assessment, and parents' evenings. The role is not suited to ECTs and requires a confident teacher with strong behaviour management and a solid understanding of upper Key Stage 2 expectations.

Requirements

The desired Year 5 Teacher will have:

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Recent experience teaching in UK primary schools, preferably in KS2
• Strong understanding of the Year 5 curriculum
• Proven ability to manage behaviour effectively
• Confidence with full classroom responsibilities including planning and parent communication
• A professional, proactive approach to classroom teaching

What we offer

As a teacher working with Vision for Education, you will benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system (rates dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)
• Opportunities for CPD and professional development
• Placement in high-quality Northamptonshire schools
• Pension contributions
• Support from a dedicated education consultant

About us

Vision for Education is a trusted education recruitment agency, proudly supporting schools and teachers across Northampton and the wider UK. We are part of The Edwin Group, named a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023.

We are committed to supporting an inclusive and rewarding experience for every educator.

How to apply

If you are a confident and experienced Year 5 Teacher ready for a rewarding role in a supportive Northampton school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information contact:

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