Year 5 Teacher

Aspire People; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting a Year 5 Teacher for a lovely primary school in Shrewsbury. The role is full-time and long-term, with the opportunity for permanent appointment for the right candidate. Start date ASAP.

The successful candidate will join a welcoming school community focused on high-quality teaching, safeguarding, and positive pupil outcomes. A supportive environment and collaborative team await the new teacher.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in a UK primary school.
• Good understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 5 lessons.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Differentiate learning to meet individual needs.
• Assess and track pupil progress.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and learning.
• Collaborate with the wider teaching team.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school.
• Follow safeguarding procedures.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

UK primary teaching experience

KS2 curriculum knowledge

Year 5 teaching

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Year 5 Teacher - Shrewsbury

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Position: Year 5 Teacher

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

Potential: Permanent for the right candidate

Start Date: ASAP

Agency: Aspire People

Year 5 Teacher - Lovely School in Shrewsbury

We are currently working closely with a lovely primary school in Shrewsbury who are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Year 5 Teacher on a full-time, long-term basis, with the opportunity for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher looking to join a welcoming school where they can become part of the school community and make a real difference to pupils.

About the School

The school is a welcoming and supportive environment with a strong focus on providing pupils with a positive experience of education.

As a partner to schools and trusts across the area, Aspire People works closely with school leaders to understand exactly what they are looking for when appointing teachers. This allows us to match the right people with the right schools and ensure both candidates and schools have a positive experience.

The successful candidate will join a dedicated team of staff who are committed to creating an engaging, inclusive and supportive learning environment for their pupils.

The Role

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons across the Year 5 curriculum.
• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supporting pupils to achieve their academic and personal potential.
• Differentiating learning to meet individual needs.
• Assessing and tracking pupil progress.
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and learning.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Working collaboratively with the wider teaching team.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school.
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching within a UK primary school.
• Has a good understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Is confident teaching Year 5.
• Has strong classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• Is enthusiastic, reliable and committed.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Is passionate about helping children achieve their potential.
• Is looking for a long-term opportunity, with the potential to secure a permanent role.
• ECTs with the relevant experience and qualifications may also be considered.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.