Y5 Primary Teacher Full Time Placement NEW

• Year 5 Teacher
• Full-time
• One-form Entry Primary School
• Hampstead
• Start Date: January 2027
• Contract: January – July 2027 (potential to extend)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Primary Teacher to join a small, welcoming, one-form entry primary school in the Hampstead Heath area. The school is looking for a confident and enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher to join their team from January 2027.

The Role

As the Year 5 Teacher, you will take full responsibility for teaching and learning within the class. The school is looking for an experienced Key Stage 2 teacher who can quickly establish positive relationships, maintain a calm and purposeful learning environment, and deliver engaging lessons that support pupils to achieve their full potential.

The pupils are enthusiastic learners who are working at a good academic standard and engage positively in lessons. Behaviour across the school is good, and pupils with additional learning needs are well supported through tailored interventions and classroom support.

You will be joining a supportive and collaborative teaching team, with planning and assessment support available from colleagues and the wider leadership team.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have previous experience teaching within Key Stage 2, ideally in Upper KS2.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills and high expectations for learning and behaviour.
• Be confident planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Have a good understanding of assessment and pupil progress.
• Be committed to inclusive teaching and supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Work effectively as part of a team and build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Be organised, proactive and committed to providing high-quality teaching.

The School

This creative and community-focused primary school is located in the heart of Hampstead, close to Hampstead Heath. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, the school has a welcoming and nurturing ethos, with a strong emphasis on inclusion, creativity and developing a love of learning.

As a small, one-form entry school, there is a real sense of community, with positive relationships between staff, pupils and families. The committed leadership team places a strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing, high-quality teaching and providing a supportive working environment for staff.

Contract Details

This is a full-time teaching position starting in January 2027, initially running until July 2027, with the potential to extend into the following academic year.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced KS2 teacher looking to join a friendly, well-established school where they can make a positive contribution to pupils’ learning and development.

If you are interested in this Year 5 Teacher opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV.

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