Year 6 Teacher | Primary School | Barking

Position: Year 6 Teacher
Location: Barking
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stage: KS2 (Year 6)

Year 6 Teaching Role in a Primary School

A primary school in Barking is seeking to appoint a Year 6 Teacher to join its Key Stage 2 team from September. This is a full-time role within a school that is focused on raising attainment and ensuring pupils are well prepared for the transition to secondary education.

Year 6 is a key stage within the school with a strong emphasis on SATs preparation core subject mastery and pupil confidence.

About the Role

You will take responsibility for a Year 6 class delivering the full primary curriculum with a particular focus on English and Mathematics.

You will support pupils in developing independent learning skills resilience and confidence as they prepare for end-of-key-stage assessments and transition to secondary school.

The role includes planning engaging lessons assessing pupil progress and delivering targeted interventions where needed.

You will work closely with colleagues across Key Stage 2 to ensure consistency and high standards of teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 6 class within Key Stage 2

• Deliver the full primary curriculum with a focus on core subjects

• Prepare pupils for SATs assessments

• Track and monitor pupil progress effectively

• Provide targeted intervention and support where required

• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment

• Communicate with parents and carers regarding progress

• Contribute to wider school initiatives and planning

The School Environment

This primary school in Barking provides a structured and supportive environment with a strong focus on pupil progress and achievement. Staff work collaboratively across year groups to ensure consistency in teaching and learning.

Pupils are engaged and respond well to clear routines and high expectations. Leadership is supportive and places importance on professional development and staff wellbeing.

Candidate Requirements

The school is seeking a committed and effective teacher who can support pupils through their final year of primary education.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching within Key Stage 2

• Strong understanding of the Year 6 curriculum

• Ability to prepare pupils for SATs

• Strong classroom management skills

• Good communication and organisational skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching Year 6 specifically

• Experience supporting SATs preparation and intervention

• Experience working in a diverse primary school setting

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Year 6 Teacher role in Barking starting in September please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.