Year 6 Class Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Yeovil seeks a Year 6 Teacher for the full academic year starting September 2026. The role is full-time with core teaching responsibilities, including SATs preparation and assessment, in a supportive primary setting.

The successful candidate will hold QTS, have Upper Key Stage 2 experience, and a demonstrated commitment to pupil progress, behaviour management, and collaborative school life.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in Upper Key Stage 2, preferably Year 6.
• Demonstrates strong SATs preparation and assessment skills.
• Shows proactive and positive behaviour management.
• Skilled in thoughtful, well-paced lesson planning.
• Committed to supporting pupils academically and pastorally.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the Year 6 curriculum.
• Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging lessons meeting all learners' needs.
• Prepare pupils for SATs and track progress, addressing gaps.
• Maintain high behaviour expectations using positive strategies.
• Assess, monitor, and report pupil progress per policy.
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and leadership.

Skills

QTS

Upper KS2 experience

SATs preparation

Behaviour management

Lesson planning

Communication

Pastoral support

Education

QTS

Job description

Job Title: Year 6 Teacher (Full-Time)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Fixed-term for the full academic year
Salary: M1 – M6 (dependent on experience)
Location: Yeovil, Somerset

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 6 Teacher to join our team from September 2026 for the full academic year. This is a full-time position with full teaching responsibilities, offering an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in pupils’ final year of primary education.

The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing pupils for their SATs while ensuring a supportive, engaging, and structured learning environment that enables all learners to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the Year 6 curriculum
• Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners
• Prepare pupils effectively for SATs, tracking progress and addressing gaps in learning
• Establish and maintain high expectations for behaviour using positive and proactive strategies
• Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress in line with school policies
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and leadership
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and carers

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching in Upper Key Stage 2 (preferably Year 6)
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of SATs preparation and assessment
• Show a proactive and positive approach to behaviour management
• Be skilled in thoughtful, well‑paced lesson planning
• Be committed to supporting pupils both academically and pastorally
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills

Safeguarding & Recruitment Process

This role is subject to full vetting checks through Teaching Personnel, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a formal interview process, which will include a lesson observation at the school.

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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.
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