Year 5 Teacher – Chelmsford

We are seeking a passionate experienced and dedicated Year 5 Teacher to join a supportive and inclusive primary school in Chelmsford starting as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who enjoys delivering engaging lessons that challenge and inspire pupils academically socially and emotionally in Upper Key Stage 2.

The school has a strong ethos of inclusion collaboration and high expectations. Staff work together to create a structured stimulating and nurturing environment where pupils feel confident motivated and valued. Senior leadership is approachable and provides mentoring guidance and professional development to ensure staff succeed and grow in their roles.

The Role

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. Working closely with teaching assistants colleagues and parents you will provide personalised support for each pupil and monitor their academic social and emotional development.

Your role will include preparing pupils for the transition to Year 6 delivering differentiated learning experiences and providing targeted interventions where needed. You will also contribute to school enrichment activities and participate in whole-school initiatives.

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 confidence 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

Who Were Looking For

The ideal 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 effectively as part of a professional and supportive team

Location

The school is located in Chelmsford 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.