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Year 5 Teacher
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 38,627 - 46,839 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are delighted to support a well-regarded primary school in the St Albans area in appointing a Class Teacher for Year 5 (Maternity Cover), starting January 2026. This is a full-time fixed-term role, with the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the life and learning of pupils in a supportive, ambitious environment.
Vacancy: Year 5 Teacher
Location. St Albans
Pay: MPS3 to MPS6
The Role
You will lead one of the Year 5 classes during the maternity absence and deliver high-quality teaching across the curriculum. You should be creative, enthusiastic, and committed to the highest standards of pupil wellbeing and academic achievement. You will work with the existing Year 5 team to maintain consistency, coherence, and continuity of learning, helping to further develop and refine the curriculum as needed.
About You
You will be an excellent teacher with experience (or a strong ability) in KS2, ideally having taught Year 5 or equivalent years. You should be committed to ongoing professional development, able to collaborate with colleagues, and ready to take on the challenge of shaping learning outcomes. You will place children's wellbeing at the centre of your approach, supporting their personal growth as well as their academic progress.
What the School Offers
You will join a school with motivated, well-behaved pupils, supportive colleagues, and a strong community ethos. The school promotes a healthy work-life balance and provides additional non-contact time, joint PPA with your year group partner, and opportunities for professional growth. Excellent facilities, modern resources, and a culture of innovation underpin the school's commitment to pupil success.
Safeguarding
This post is subject to satisfactory references, a medical check, and an enhanced DBS check in accordance with Hertfordshire County Council guidelines.
Application Details
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter via Academics outlining your relevant experience, your vision for teaching Year 5, and what you would bring to this role. If you'd like to visit the school, ask further questions, or speak informally about the post, our consultant Louis is happy to arrange this. Quote "Year 5 teacher, St AlbansBefore You Apply
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