Year 6 Teacher - September 2026

Premier Education; Oldham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Education is seeking a Year 6 Teacher to cover one day per week in an Oldham primary school. The role starts ASAP and continues until Christmas. QTS is required and experience with Upper KS2 is preferred.

The post offers a flexible, rewarding teaching opportunity with a supportive school community. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging Year 6 lessons, assess pupil progress, and work collaboratively with teaching assistants to ensure a smooth transition to secondary

Qualifications

• UK QTS required.
• Experience teaching Upper KS2 (Year 6) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the Year 6 curriculum.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 6 for one day per week.
• Plan and deliver engaging Upper KS2 lessons.
• Support pupils with Year 6 curriculum and transition to secondary.
• Create a positive classroom environment.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and colleagues.
• Contribute to wider life of the school.

Skills

Upper KS2 experience

Flexible / part-time role

Strong communication

Education

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

1 day per week (flexible) | ASAP - Christmas
£130 - £180 per day depending on experience and qualifications

A friendly and supportive primary school in the Oldham area is seeking a Year 6 Teacher to join its team for one day per week, starting as soon as possible and continuing until Christmas. The school is ideally located for commuters, with excellent transport links from North Manchester, Rochdale, Tameside, Saddleworth and the surrounding Greater Manchester areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher seeking a flexible and rewarding role within a welcoming school community.

Year 6 Teacher - the role

• Teaching a Year 6 class for one day per week from ASAP until Christmas
• Planning and delivering engaging and inclusive Upper Key Stage 2 lessons
• Supporting pupils with the Year 6 curriculum and preparing them for the transition to secondary school
• Creating a positive and supportive classroom environment
• Assessing and monitoring pupil progress
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and colleagues
• Contributing to the wider life of the school

Year 6 Teacher - the school

• Welcoming and inclusive primary school community
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Collaborative and friendly staff culture
• Strong focus on pupil wellbeing and achievement
• Well-established routines and positive behaviour culture
• Easily accessible location with excellent commuter links across Greater Manchester
• Supportive classroom staff and resources available

Year 6 Teacher - requirements

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching within Upper Key Stage 2, ideally Year 6
• Strong knowledge of the Year 6 curriculum
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Passion for creating engaging learning opportunities
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Enthusiastic, committed and adaptable approach to teaching
• Availability to work one day per week until Christmas

The school welcomes applications from experienced teachers looking for a flexible, supportive and rewarding teaching opportunity. We may also consider ECTs with Upper KS2 experience.

The successful candidate will have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all.