Job Description

Position: Year 5 Class Teacher

Location: NW2 1AB, Barnet

Contract Type: Full-Time, Onsite, Maternity cover

Required Qualification: Qualified Teaching Status. Achieved through a PGCE, SCITT, or equivalent teacher training programme.

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £160 per day

Hours of Work: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday

About the role: We invite you to join our vibrant primary school in Barnet as a Year 5 Teacher. As our Year 5 Teacher, you will play a key role in shaping young minds and encouraging creativity and collaboration within your classroom. This maternity cover position will start after the half-term break, allowing you to seamlessly transition into a class of settled students who are currently thriving with their existing teachers. You will work closely with a mix of pupils, including a few EAL students who are new to the country, ensuring that all children feel valued and inspired to learn. With two classes in the Year 5 year group and collaborative planning already in place, you will have the opportunity to plan engaging lessons alongside your parallel teacher, creating a dynamic and supportive learning environment.

About us:

* Type of School: State-funded primary school

* OFSTED Grading: Good (latest inspection in April 2024)

* Number of Pupils on Roll: Approximately 325

* Form Entry Set Up: One-form entry

* Grades: Serves children aged 3 to 11 (Early Years to Key Stage 2)

Resources and Facilities:

The school is well-equipped with modern facilities, including spacious classrooms, a well-resourced library, and dedicated areas for arts and crafts. It features a large outdoor play area and sports facilities to encourage physical activity. Additionally, there are designated spaces for music and drama, promoting a well-rounded education. The school prioritises technology integration, providing students with access to computers and interactive learning tools. Overall, the facilities support a vibrant and engaging learning environment tailored to the needs of its pupils.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements :

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Achieved through a PGCE, SCITT, or equivalent teacher training programme.

* Experience in Key Stage 2 (KS2): Proven experience teaching children aged 9–11, ideally as a Year 5 Teacher.

* Strong Curriculum Knowledge: Expertise in the National Curriculum for KS2 subjects, especially English, Maths, and Science.

* Enhanced DBS Check: Required for safeguarding and child protection.

* Classroom Management and Assessment Skills: Ability to manage behaviour and assess pupil progress effectively.

* Good Communication and Teamwork: Ability to collaborate with staff, parents, and leadership.

This is a full-time, onsite role based in NW2 1AB

Start Date: Immediate

If you are passionate about supporting children's learning and development, particularly through intervention work, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV for consideration.

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £150.00-£160.00 per day

Work Location: In person