Year 6 KS2 Teacher - Dewsbury - September 2026

Justteachers Ltd; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd are seeking a confident Year 6 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in the Dewsbury area from September 2026. The role requires strong experience across upper KS2 and a commitment to high standards in teaching, behaviour, and pupil wellbeing.

The school offers a long-term opportunity with flexible arrangements (full-time or part-time/job-share) to suit the right practitioner, and a focus on preparing pupils for SATs and the transition to secondary education.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong experience teaching upper KS2, ideally Year 6.
• Excellent behaviour-management and classroom presence.
• Solid understanding of the KS2 curriculum and end-of-key-stage expectations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding Year 6 teaching — plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons.
• Prepare pupils for SATs — provide targeted support and intervention.
• Maintain high behaviour standards — create a calm, focused learning environment.
• Track and assess progress — use data to inform planning and personalise learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues — work with the KS2 team for curriculum continuity.
• Engage in wider school life — attend meetings, CPD and pastoral responsibilities.

Skills

Year 6 teaching

Upper KS2

QTS

Classroom management

SATs preparation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

About the role:

This long‑term opportunity is ideal for a confident, knowledgeable Year 6 Teacher with strong experience across upper KS2, ready to join a welcoming primary school in the Dewsbury area of Kirklees from September 2026. You’ll play a pivotal role in preparing pupils for the transition to secondary school, delivering high‑quality teaching with assurance, clarity and a strong classroom presence. The school is open to full‑time or part‑time/job‑share arrangements, making this a flexible yet impactful position for the right practitioner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver outstanding Year 6 teaching — Plan and deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons that build confidence and mastery across the KS2 curriculum.


• Prepare pupils for SATs — Provide targeted support, challenge and intervention to ensure strong outcomes.


• Maintain high behaviour standards — Create a calm, focused learning environment with clear expectations.


• Track and assess progress — Use assessment data to inform planning and personalise learning.


• Collaborate with colleagues — Work closely with the KS2 team to support curriculum continuity and shared planning.


• Engage in wider school life — Participate in meetings, CPD and pastoral responsibilities.

Pre‑requisites:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.


• Strong, proven experience teaching upper KS2, ideally Year 6.


• Confident classroom presence with excellent behaviour‑management skills.


• Secure understanding of the KS2 curriculum and end‑of‑key‑stage expectations.


• Strong communication, organisation and a commitment to high standards.


• Dedication to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.

If you’re ready to lead a Year 6 class with confidence and help pupils achieve their very best from September 2026, this Dewsbury‑based role offers the perfect opportunity.