Year 6 Teacher

Simply Education Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant primary school in Colchester is seeking a passionate KS2 Teacher for a Year 6 class starting in February 2026. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in upper KS2, excel in classroom management, and foster a supportive learning environment. This role emphasizes professional development within a forward-thinking school that collaborates closely with families and the local community to ensure every child's success. Competitive pay in line with the Teachers' Pay Scale is offered.

Benefits

Free Staff Car Park

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching upper KS2, specifically Year 6.
• Confidence in managing a class of children with diverse needs.
• Willingness to immerse in the school’s systems and routines.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 6 class and take full class responsibility.
• Provide a high-quality education and foster a passion for learning.
• Collaborate with parents and the local community for student success.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiation for diverse needs

Upper KS2 teaching experience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title

KS2 Teacher

Location

Colchester, Essex

Start Date

February 2026

Pay

Teacher's Pay Sale

Contract

Full-time

Year Group

Year 6

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated Year 6 teacher to join our outstanding primary school located in the heart of Colchester. We are a vibrant and welcoming school where children are enthusiastic, motivated and encouraged to achieve endless possibilities. Children are at the heart of every decision we make, ensuring they are happy, confident and provided with opportunities that meet their needs both now and in the future through high‑quality education and training.

Through our engaging and well‑rounded curriculum, we foster a genuine passion for learning and curiosity that helps develop high aspirations and creates a lifetime of positive memories. We believe strongly in identifying and nurturing individual talents so that all children experience success and reach their full potential. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to achieve high standards in everything we do, supported by strong partnerships with parents, the local community and other schools across Colchester. We firmly believe that education and training is a partnership between home and school, and we value the active involvement and support of families.

A wonderful state‑of‑the‑art Key Stage 2 building, opened in September 2024, now houses our KS2 classes and provides an exceptional learning environment. This role will start in February 2026 and will involve teaching a Year 6 class. The successful Year 6 teacher must have proven experience teaching upper KS2 and be willing to take on full class responsibility. PPA time is provided on a Monday afternoon.

The ideal Year 6 teacher will be confident in managing a class of children with diverse needs and be willing to fully immerse themselves in the life, systems and routines of the school. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward‑thinking school in Colchester that places a strong emphasis on professional development and high‑quality education and training.

Key Points

• February 2026 start
• Colchester, Essex
• Mainstream Primary School
• Free Staff Car Park
• Great opportunity for career progression

The role is paid in line with the Teachers' Pay Scale. If you are an experienced and committed upper KS2 practitioner looking to make a meaningful impact in an outstanding school in Colchester, we would love to hear from you.