Year 6 Teacher - Wigan

Teaching Personnel; Wigan; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educators is seeking a dedicated Year 6 Teacher for a primary school in Wigan, starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and strong knowledge of the Year 6 curriculum. Responsibilities include planning high-quality lessons, preparing pupils for assessments, and fostering positive relationships. This role offers support from a dedicated consultant, access to professional development, and a potential pathway to permanent employment.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Access to high-quality CPD

Potential pathways to permanent employment

Qualifications

• A proactive, enthusiastic teacher committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential.
• Full understanding of assessment requirements for Year 6.
• Experience in delivering targeted interventions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons.
• Prepare pupils for end-of-year assessments, including SATs.
• Work closely with the upper KS2 team to ensure consistency and progress.

Skills

Strong understanding of the Year 6 curriculum

Behaviour management

Lesson planning

Encouraging pupils

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 6 Teacher Required!

WN2 Primary School – January 2026 Start

Teaching Personnel are supporting a primary school in the WN2 area, and they are seeking a dedicated Year 6 Teacher to join their team from January 2026. If you’re committed to supporting Year 6 pupils through a crucial stage of their learning journey, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the Role:

• Full-time Year 6 class teacher.
• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that encourage pupils.
• Prepare pupils for end-of-year assessments, including SATs.
• Work closely with the upper KS2 team to ensure consistency and progress across the phase.
• Deliver targeted interventions and small-group support where needed.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Strong understanding of the Year 6 curriculum and assessment requirements.
• Confident with behaviour management and establishing a positive, purposeful learning environment.
• A proactive, enthusiastic teacher committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential.

Why Teaching Personnel?

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Regular check-ins and personalised guidance.
• Access to high-quality CPD and development opportunities.
• Potential pathways to long-term or permanent employment.

If you’re interested, please send over your updated CV and we’ll be in touch with more information!

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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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