Year 6 Teacher | High-Performing Primary Academy | Nottingham

Marchant Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottingham Primary Academy is seeking a passionate Year 6 Class Teacher to join its high-performing team in Nottinghamshire. You will deliver KS2 across English, maths, science and broader primary subjects, ensuring differentiated lessons and strong pupil progress.

Responsibilities include leading a Year 6 class, preparing pupils for SATs, and using assessments to inform teaching while collaborating with support staff, parents and colleagues in a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• QTS with strong KS2 experience.
• Excellent knowledge of the National Curriculum and SATs requirements.
• Strong differentiation and planning for mixed abilities.
• Effective use of assessment data to improve pupil outcomes.
• Excellent communication with parents and colleagues.
• Reflective and ambitious practitioner committed to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Year 6 leadership: manage a Year 6 class with high expectations and routines.
• Curriculum delivery: plan and deliver English, maths, science and wider primary subjects with differentiation.
• SATs preparation: prepare pupils for statutory assessments while preserving a broad curriculum.
• Assessment: use formative and summative assessments to identify gaps and adjust teaching.
• Intervention: work with teaching assistants to provide targeted support.

Skills

Year 6 leadership

KS2 curriculum delivery

Assessment data use

Strong communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Role: Year 6 Class Teacher
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: MPS/UPS

A high-performing primary academy in Nottingham is looking to appoint an ambitious and enthusiastic Year 6 Teacher to join its established teaching team as soon as possible. The school has high expectations for both attainment and behaviour and is committed to providing pupils with a broad, challenging and engaging education.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is confident delivering the KS2 curriculum and who enjoys preparing pupils for the transition into secondary education. The successful candidate will join a supportive year-group team and benefit from experienced leadership and structured professional development.

The Role

• Year 6 Leadership: Take full responsibility for a Year 6 class, establishing clear routines, high expectations and a positive learning culture from the outset.
• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging lessons across English, mathematics, science and the wider primary curriculum, ensuring lessons are appropriately differentiated.
• SATs Preparation: Prepare pupils effectively for statutory assessments while maintaining a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Assessment: Use formative and summative assessment to identify gaps in knowledge and adapt teaching accordingly.
• Intervention: Work with teaching assistants and intervention staff to provide targeted support to pupils requiring additional challenge or intervention.
• Pastoral Care: Build strong relationships with pupils and families, supporting both academic progress and personal development.
• Transition: Help pupils develop the independence, resilience and organisational skills required for secondary school.

The Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Strong experience teaching within KS2, ideally Year 5 or Year 6.
• Good knowledge of the National Curriculum and statutory assessment requirements.
• Confident planning for pupils with a wide range of abilities.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour-management skills.
• Able to use assessment data effectively to improve pupil outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills when working with parents, colleagues and external professionals.
• A reflective and ambitious teacher who is committed to continued professional development.

The Environment

• Academic Standards: High expectations for attainment and progress across the school.
• Leadership: Experienced senior leaders who provide clear direction and regular professional support.
• Collaboration: Teachers work closely within year groups to share planning, resources and effective practice.
• Pupil Support: Dedicated pastoral and teaching-assistant support available where required.
• Development: Regular CPD opportunities and encouragement to take on additional responsibilities.