Overview
Job title
Year 5 Class Teacher (Full Time, Fixed Term)
Salary
TBC
Location
Orpington
Job Type
Full-time
Sector
Primary
Year 5 Class Teacher (Full Time, Fixed Term)
Job Title: Year 5 Class Teacher (Full-Time, Fixed Term)
Location: Orpington, Kent
Start Date: 5th May
End Date: July (end of academic year)
Working Pattern: Full-time (Monday – Friday)
Role Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher to join a supportive and well-established primary school in Orpington. This is a full-time class teaching role with full classroom responsibilities.
The successful candidate will take ownership of a Year 5 class, deliver engaging and high-quality lessons while ensure all pupils are supported and challenged to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in line with the Key Stage 2 curriculum
- Take full responsibility for the Year 5 class, including planning, marking and assessment
- Track and monitor pupil progress, using data to inform planning and interventions
- Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment
- Implement effective behaviour management strategies in line with school policy
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and senior leadership
- Attend staff meetings, training and school events as required
- Communicate effectively with parents and carers
Person Specification
Essential:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Recent experience teaching in Key Stage 2 (preferably Year 5)
- Strong understanding of the UK National Curriculum
- Proven ability to manage a classroom effectively
- Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet a range of learning needs
- Strong organisational and communication skills
Desirable:
- Experience teaching upper Key Stage 2
- Strong knowledge of assessment and pupil progress tracking
- Experience preparing pupils for end-of-key-stage expectations
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)
- Paid via PAYE
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative school environment
Additional Information
- This is a fixed-term position from 5th May until the end of the academic year (July)
- Full-time role (5 days per week)
- Full classroom responsibility is expected
- Suitable for experienced teachers or confident early career teachers
For more information about this role or any other positions please call us on 01689 878 565.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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