Year 5 Teacher

Academics Ltd; Rhoose; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Year 5 Teacher for a supportive school in Barry, starting September 2025. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging lessons, support literacy and numeracy, and create a positive learning environment. This role is perfect for experienced teachers or NQT/ECT looking for valuable classroom experience.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 2, especially Year 5.
• Strong understanding of KS1 curriculum, adaptable for various learning needs.
• Two professional references from the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the Year 5 curriculum.
• Support pupils in developing core skills in literacy, numeracy, and early independence.
• Track and assess progress to inform planning and next steps.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents/carers.

Skills

Engaging lesson delivery

Support for literacy and numeracy

Tracking and progress assessment

Creating a stimulating classroom environment

Collaboration with colleagues and parents

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Academics are an education recruitment agency working in partnership with primary schools across South Wales. We are currently seeking a passionate and committed Year 5 Teacher for a welcoming and supportive school in Barry, starting in September 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher with a love for early Key Stage 2 learning, and a desire to nurture academic and emotional growth in young learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the Year 5 curriculum

• Support pupils in developing core skills in literacy, numeracy, and early independence

• Track and assess progress to inform planning and next steps

• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents/carers

Minimum Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one through Academics)

• Prior experience teaching Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5

• Strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum, with the ability to adapt for a range of learning needs

• Two professional references from the last two years

Whether you're an experienced KS1 teacher or an NQT/ECT looking to gain valuable classroom experience, this role offers a rewarding opportunity in a fantastic school setting.