Year 6 Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive consultant

CPD opportunities

Flexible working

Referral bonus

DBS support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a Year 6 Teacher for a primary school in Kirkby to start September 2026. The role is full-time and temporary with potential for extension, with responsibilities including delivering KS2 lessons and SATs preparation.

Applicants should have QTS, KS2 experience, and a strong knowledge of the National Curriculum. The role offers supportive CPD, a collaborative team, and competitive daily pay.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have experience teaching within Key Stage 2, ideally in Year 6.
• Possess a strong understanding of the National Curriculum and SATs preparation.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Be able to inspire, motivate, and engage learners of all abilities.
• Be a reflective practitioner committed to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Delivering creative and engaging lessons in line with the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Preparing pupils for end-of-key-stage assessments and supporting strong academic progress across all subjects.
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies where necessary.
• Working closely with colleagues, parents, and school leaders to support pupil achievement and wellbeing.
• Promoting high expectations for behaviour, attendance, and learning.

Job description

Year 6 Teacher – Primary School

Location: Kirkby, L33
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Temporary (with potential for extension)
Pay: £120 - £232.56 per day (depending on experience)

About the School

Teaching Personnel is working alongside a welcoming and supportive primary school in Kirkby seeking a dedicated Year 6 Teacher to join their team from September 2026. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education within a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

With a strong emphasis on collaboration, achievement, and pupil wellbeing, the school offers a positive working environment where staff are supported in their professional development and valued as part of the wider school community.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Year 6 Teacher to lead a class of pupils through this important stage of their primary education. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing pupils for SATs while maintaining a broad, engaging, and inspiring curriculum.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering creative and engaging lessons in line with the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Preparing pupils for end-of-key-stage assessments and supporting strong academic progress across all subjects.
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies where necessary.
• Working closely with colleagues, parents, and school leaders to support pupil achievement and wellbeing.
• Promoting high expectations for behaviour, attendance, and learning.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have experience teaching within Key Stage 2, ideally in Year 6.
• Possess a strong understanding of the National Curriculum and SATs preparation.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Be able to inspire, motivate, and engage learners of all abilities.
• Be a reflective practitioner committed to continuous professional development.

Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers.

Location & Transport

Situated in Kirkby, the school benefits from excellent transport links, making it easily accessible from Liverpool and surrounding areas. The area is well served by regular bus routes, and Kirkby railway station provides convenient connections across the region, making commuting straightforward for both drivers and public transport users.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rates of pay with weekly payment.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Access to a wide range of CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working options and access to a large network of local schools.
• £50 referral bonus for recommending a friend or colleague.
• Comprehensive compliance support, including assistance with DBS applications.

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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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