Year 6 Teacher in London)

Academics; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Academics is helping a welcoming Hayes primary school recruit a Year 6 teacher to join from January 2027. This full-time role suits an educator who enjoys supporting learners in Key Stage 2 and building confidence across literacy and numeracy.

You will plan engaging lessons with colleagues, monitor progress, uphold high expectations and support pupils through the transition to secondary school while fostering a positive, inclusive classroom culture and strong parent partnerships.

Qualifications

• QTS is required for the role.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 2 (Year 6) is desirable.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 6 lessons to support pupil progress.
• Support literacy, numeracy and independent learning skills.
• Establish clear routines and positive behaviour expectations.
• Use assessments to identify next steps for learning.
• Collaborate with families and colleagues to support pupils.
• Prepare pupils for end-of-key-stage assessments and transition to secondary school.

Skills

QTS

KS2 experience (Year 6)

Classroom management

Communication with families

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

KS2 teaching experience

Job description

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Hayes is seeking a Year 6 teacher to join the team from January 2027. This role would suit a Year 6 teacher who enjoys supporting learners in Key Stage 2.

• Role: Year 6 Teacher
• Start Date: January 2027
• Location: Hayes, London
• Contract: Full time
• Salary: M1 - M6

About the School

The school is a welcoming and community-focused primary located in Hayes. Staff work collaboratively to create a supportive environment where pupils feel safe, confidenceand motivated to learn. Leadership prioritises staff wellbeing and professional development, and teachers benefit from clear systems, shared planning and a strong team culture. The school has a diverse pupil community and places a strong emphasis on inclusion, respect and high expectations.

About the Role

This opportunity would suit a motivated Year 6 teacher who enjoys working with Key Stage 2. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues to deliver engaging lessons and help pupils build confidence in literacy, numeracy and independent learning skills, while also preparing them for the transition to secondary school.

Responsibilities

• As the Year 6 teacher, plan and deliver engaging lessons that support pupil progress
• Support pupils in developing key literacy, numeracy and independent learning skills
• Establish clear routines and positive behaviour expectations within the classroom
• Use assessment to identify next steps for learning and support pupils of all abilities
• Build positive partnerships with families and collaborate effectively with colleagues
• Help prepare pupils for end-of-key-stage assessments and the move to secondary school

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2 (Year 6 experience desirable but not essential)
• Able to build a fair, respectful and encouraging learning environment
• Committed to consistent communication and professional collaboration

What the school offers

• Supportive and approachable leadership team
• Clear curriculum vision and shared planning structures
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A diverse and inclusive school community
• A positive environment where every teacher is supported to succeed