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Year 5 Teacher
Job Posted: 20 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southwark, Greater London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Year 5 Class Teacher – Full-Time, Permanent Position
Start Date: September 2025
Location: Southwark, London – Diverse and Dynamic Primary School
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Are you an enthusiastic upper KS2 teacher who thrives on challenge and creativity? We are seeking a committed and passionate Year 5 Class Teacher to join our vibrant and forward-thinking school community in Southwark from September 2025.
This is a full-time, permanent role, suitable for both experienced teachers and ECTs with a strong interest in upper Key Stage 2.
About the School:
Located in the heart of Southwark, our inclusive and community-driven school is known for its warm atmosphere, high aspirations, and commitment to developing the whole child. With a diverse student body and a strong culture of collaboration, we offer a welcoming environment where staff and pupils are supported to flourish.
Our curriculum is broad, engaging, and reflective of the world around us—designed to promote curiosity, independence, and critical thinking. We take pride in developing confident learners who are prepared for the transition to secondary school and beyond.
What We Offer:
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A supportive and ambitious leadership team with a clear vision for school improvement
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Weekly shared PPA time with your Year 5 teaching partner
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A balanced curriculum that values creativity, enrichment, and academic rigour
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Access to high-quality CPD and leadership development pathways
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Excellent behaviour systems and pastoral support
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A well-resourced classroom and access to digital learning tools
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Opportunities to take on subject or phase leadership roles for the right candidate
The Role:
You will take responsibility for a Year 5 class, delivering high-quality teaching that challenges and inspires. As part of the upper KS2 team, you will play a key role in preparing pupils for Year 6 and the expectations of the wider curriculum. You will also contribute to a culture of excellence, equity, and care across the school.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
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Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
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Have a secure understanding of the KS2 curriculum, particularly in literacy and numeracy
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Be confident with formative and summative assessment practices
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Demonstrate high expectations for behaviour, effort, and progress
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Be reflective, organised, and committed to professional growth
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Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
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Be enthusiastic, resilient, and ready to make a difference
Location:
Our school is well connected by public transport (rail, tube, and bus), and enjoys all the benefits of being close to central London while maintaining a strong local identity. Southwark offers a diverse, energetic, and culturally rich environment in which to live and work.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining your teaching experience and interest in this role. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouragedBefore You Apply
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