Year 5 Teacher - Tooting
We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and experienced Year 5 Teacher to join a supportive and inclusive primary school in Tooting, starting as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who enjoys delivering engaging lessons that inspire pupils academically, socially, and emotionally in Upper Key Stage 2.
The school has a strong ethos of inclusion, collaboration, and high expectations for all pupils. Staff work together to create a structured, stimulating, and nurturing learning environment where children feel valued, confident, and motivated to learn. Senior leadership is approachable and supportive, providing mentoring, guidance, and professional development opportunities to ensure staff can thrive.
As a Year 5 Teacher, you will plan, deliver, and assess lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum. You will foster independence, resilience, and a love of learning while ensuring all pupils make excellent progress. Collaboration with teaching assistants, colleagues, and parents is key to ensuring each pupil receives personalised support.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality lessons across the Year 5 curriculum
Deliver engaging literacy, numeracy, and foundation subject lessons
Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including SEND and EAL
Promote independence, resilience, and positive learning behaviours
Maintain a structured, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment
Track pupil progress and maintain accurate assessment records
Provide targeted interventions to support pupil attainment
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues, and senior leaders
Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding pupil progress
Contribute to staff meetings, CPD sessions, and whole-school initiatives
Support enrichment activities, school events, and extra-curricular opportunities
Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed at all times
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Have experience teaching Upper Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5
Demonstrate excellent classroom management and organisational skills
Be reflective, proactive, and adaptable
Show a strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and pupil wellbeing
Work collaboratively as part of a professional, supportive team
The school is located in Tooting, with excellent transport links and a supportive local community. Staff benefit from a professional, inclusive, and well-resourced working environment where collaboration, development, and wellbeing are prioritised.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
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