Year 5 Teacher - Watford

Protocol Education Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected education recruitment agency in Watford seeks a confident Year 5 Teacher for a full-time role starting January 2026. You will take responsibility for an enthusiastic class while enjoying the freedom to teach creatively in a supportive primary school. Ideal candidates will hold QTS, have experience in Key Stage 2, and possess strong classroom management skills. The role offers ongoing professional development and a positive school ethos. Pay ranges from £186 to £286 per day based on experience.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive colleagues

Weekly pay through PAYE

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5.
• Strong understanding of KS2 National Curriculum.
• Experience assessing pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for a Year 5 class.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons.
• Support students of all abilities.

Skills

Planning engaging lessons

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration with colleagues

Inclusive practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 5 Teacher

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Contract: Full-time
Pay: £186.00 - £286.00 per day/ depending on experience

Are you an experienced Key Stage 2 teacher looking for a role where your skills are trusted and valued? This Year 5 opportunity could be the perfect next step.

We’re working with a welcoming one-form entry primary school in Watford that’s known for its positive ethos, well-behaved pupils, and genuine sense of community. They are seeking a confident Year 5 teacher to join their team from January 2026.

You’ll be taking responsibility for an enthusiastic and capable Year 5 class who enjoy being challenged and supported to do their best. The senior leadership team believe in empowering teachers – offering guidance and collaboration rather than micromanagement.

What’s on offer:

• A full-time role in a supportive, well-resourced primary school
• The freedom to plan and teach creatively – no tick-box approach
• Friendly, supportive colleagues and approachable leadership
• Weekly pay through PAYE
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Key Requirements for a Year 5 Teacher role:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5
• Strong understanding of the KS2 National Curriculum
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons
• Confident classroom management with high expectations for behaviour
• Experience assessing pupil progress and adapting teaching accordingly
• Commitment to inclusive practice and supporting pupils of all abilities
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Positive, proactive approach to teaching and learning
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

If you enjoy creating meaningful learning experiences, building confident learners, and working in a school that truly values your ideas, this role is well worth exploring.

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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