Year 6 Classroom Leader - Inspire & Prepare for Secondary

Shorefields; Basildon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Kingswood Primary School & Nursery is seeking an experienced Year 6 teacher to lead engaging lessons and support pupils as they near the end of primary education. The role offers a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027, with potential extension.

Both full-time and part-time applications will be considered. We value a creative, reflective practitioner who builds strong relationships, uses assessment effectively, and supports every child to reach their potential.

Qualifications

• An experienced and enthusiastic primary teacher, with strong Year 6 experience.
• A creative and reflective practitioner who is committed to excellent teaching and learning.
• Passionate about helping every child succeed, whatever their starting point
• Able to establish positive relationships and high expectations.
• Confident in using assessment to inform teaching and accelerate progress.
• Committed to inclusion and to ensuring that every child feels valued and able to participate fully.
• A positive team player who enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to school life.
• Someone who brings energy, enthusiasm and a genuine sense of enjoyment to the classroom.
• Committed to the values of Discover, Believe, Achieve.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, engaging and purposeful teaching across the Year 6 curriculum.
• Have high expectations of every child and ensure that all pupils are supported to make strong progress.
• Prepare pupils effectively for the transition to secondary school, building their confidence, independence and resilience.
• Use assessment effectively to identify needs, address misconceptions and maximise progress.
• Create a calm, positive and stimulating classroom environment where children feel safe to take risks and enjoy learning.
• Develop pupils' reading, writing and mathematical skills, enabling them to apply their knowledge confidently.
• Deliver a broad and creative curriculum that encourages curiosity, enquiry and a love of learning.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development alongside their academic achievement.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of our school.

Skills

Year 6 experience

Primary teacher

Assessment skills

Collaborative

Job description

Kingswood Primary School & Nursery is seeking an experienced Year 6 teacher to lead engaging lessons and support pupils as they near the end of primary education. The role offers a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027, with potential extension.

Both full-time and part-time applications will be considered. We value a creative, reflective practitioner who builds strong relationships, uses assessment effectively, and supports every child to reach their potential.