Year 5 Teacher - Hertford

Choice Teachers; Hertford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Teachers are recruiting a Year 5 Class Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Hertford after October half-term. The role covers the full KS2 curriculum with a focus on Year 5, strong classroom management, and the ability to support pupils' social and academic development.

The ideal candidate holds QTS, has KS2 experience, and is committed to helping every child reach their potential. The school offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong classroom management and high standards for learning.
• Effective communication with colleagues, support staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 5 class across the full Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging, challenging, and age-appropriate lessons.
• Support pupils' academic growth as well as their social and emotional well-being.
• Monitor progress, adapt teaching to meet diverse needs, and track pupil attainment.
• Maintain a positive, structured, and inspiring classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with the KS2 team and contribute to the wider life of the school community.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 5 Teacher – Hertford

Location: Hertford, Hertfordshire

Start Date: After October Half Term

Contract: Full-time

Salary: £34,069 – £46,940 per annum (Main Pay Scale, depending on experience)

Year Group: Year 5 / KS2

Choice Teachers are currently recruiting for a Year 5 Class Teacher to join a welcoming primary school based in Hertford starting after the October half-term break.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic primary teacher who is passionate about Upper Key Stage 2 education and eager to help pupils reach their full potential during a key year of their development.

The Role

• Teach a Year 5 class across the full Key Stage 2 curriculum.

• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging, challenging, and age-appropriate lessons.

• Support pupils' academic growth as well as their social and emotional well-being.

• Monitor progress, adapt teaching to meet diverse needs, and track pupil attainment.

• Maintain a positive, structured, and inspiring classroom environment.

• Work collaboratively with the Key Stage 2 team and contribute to the wider life of the school community.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Has experience teaching within KS2, ideally Year 5.

• Possesses a strong understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum and expectations.

• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and high standards for learning.

• Is enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to helping every child succeed.

• Communicates effectively with colleagues, support staff, and parents.

Why work with Choice Teachers?

Choice Teachers is an established education recruitment agency specialising in placing teachers and support staff in schools across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas. As an approved supplier on the GCA (Government Commercial Agency) Supply Teachers & Education Recruitment Framework (RM6376), we offer fully compliant, vetted, and transparent recruitment solutions for local schools.

We offer:

• Competitive rates of pay with transparent framework-compliant pricing.

• Access to a wide range of local teaching opportunities across Hertfordshire.

• High standards of compliance, safeguarding, and DfE-aligned candidate vetting.

• Clear temp-to-perm pathways for long-term and permanent opportunities.

• A dedicated consultant who understands your requirements.

• Ongoing support throughout your placement with a straightforward and personal approach.

If you are an enthusiastic Year 5 or KS2 Teacher looking for a new opportunity from after October half term, we would love to hear from you.