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Primary Teacher

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ 150 - 216 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Year 5 Primary Teacher

Start Date: September 2026 ongoing

Duration: Full-time

Pay Rate: £150 - £216 per day (Depending on experience)

Location: Wigan (WN postcode area)

Are you a passionate educator ready to inspire a bright and energetic Year 5 cohort? A welcoming and "Good" rated primary school in Wigan is looking for a dedicated teacher to join their team.

The Role

Full classroom responsibility for a Year 5 class. This is a crucial period as the children prepare for their final year of primary education, requiring a teacher who can balance high academic expectations with a supportive, engaging classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Planning & Delivery: Create and deliver high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum.

Assessment: Monitor pupil progress and use data to inform future planning and interventions.

Engagement: Foster a positive learning culture that encourages curiosity and confidence.

Collaboration: Work closely with the Year 6 transition team and support staff to ensure a smooth curriculum flow.

What We're Looking For

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Experience teaching within Key Stage 2 (Upper KS2 experience is a plus).

A strong understanding of the Year 5 curriculum and assessment frameworks.

Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to build quick rapport with students.

A commitment to the inclusive and community-focused ethos of Wigan schools.

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained

You must have the legal right to work in the UK

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position as a Primary Teacher in Wigan or for more information about the role, contact Lindsey on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment;

Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

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