Year 5 Teacher - Kirkby

Teaching Personnel; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established educational staffing agency is seeking a committed Year 5 Class Teacher for a full-time position starting in October 2025 in Kirkby. The ideal candidate must hold QTS and have experience with Key Stage 2. This role offers competitive pay rates and ongoing professional support. Join a vibrant and inclusive school focused on nurturing children's potential.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Excellent rates of pay via PAYE

Ongoing support and CPD

Personal Consultant

Qualifications

• Be a qualified teacher with QTS.
• Have experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally in Year 5.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom practice and a commitment to raising standards.
• Have strong knowledge of the national curriculum.
• Create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons.
• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment practices.
• Maintain high standards of classroom management.

Skills

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Experience in Key Stage 2

Excellent classroom practice

Knowledge of national curriculum

Ability to create a nurturing environment

Job description

Teaching Personnel:

Role: Year 5 Teacher

Schedule: Full time

Location: Kirkby (L33)

Start Date: October 2025

Pay Rate: £120 - £232.56 per day (depending on experience)

We are seeking a committed, enthusiastic, and skilled Year 5 Class Teacher to join a friendly and forward-thinking team from October 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a vibrant and inclusive primary school located in the heart of Kirkby, where children are at the centre of everything they do.

About the School:
The school is a welcoming, two-form entry primary with a strong sense of community and a commitment to ensuring every child achieves their full potential. They pride themselves on a nurturing environment, inclusive ethos, and broad, engaging curriculum. Staff work collaboratively to support one another, share best practice, and foster a love of learning in our pupils. They have high expectations of behaviour and attainment, and work hard to create a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment for all.

The Role:
As the new Year 5 Class Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality lessons that are engaging, inclusive, and appropriately challenging. You’ll work as part of a supportive Key Stage 2 team, contributing to curriculum development and assessment practices. You will be expected to maintain high standards of classroom management and have a passion for helping children develop academically, socially, and emotionally. The position is full-time and will start in October 2025 to allow for a smooth transition and handover.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Have experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally in Year 5
• Demonstrate excellent classroom practice and a commitment to raising standards
• Have strong knowledge of the national curriculum and assessment strategies
• Be able to create a nurturing, supportive and stimulating classroom environment

Why Teaching Personnel:

• Flexible working options
• Excellent rates of pay via PAYE (no umbrella companies)
• Ongoing support and CPD such as Thrive courses and Team Teach*
• Personal Consultant

Please contact the recruitment team for more information.

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