Year 5 Class Teacher

Overview

Year 5 Class Teacher – Wallingford.

Start Date:

January 2026 (or sooner if available). Pay Scale: M1 – UPR
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A supportive and well-established mainstream primary school in Wallingford is seeking an enthusiastic Year 5 Class Teacher to join their team from January 2026. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, the school offers a warm, collaborative working environment and a strong commitment to helping every pupil succeed. This role is ideal for teachers with KS2 experience who hold UK QTS and are passionate about guiding pupils through the later stages of primary education.

• Inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils as they prepare for upper KS2 expectations
• Track progress effectively and set purposeful, personalised learning targets
• Create a positive and engaging classroom environment where all learners feel supported
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum and Year 5 learning milestones
• Work closely with the wider KS2 team to plan and deliver a consistent, creative, and high-quality curriculum

The school places great emphasis on inclusion, celebrating each pupil’s unique progress, and is looking for a teacher who shares this child‑centred ethos.

There are also opportunities to take on middle leadership responsibilities for teachers seeking further career development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced KS2 practitioner to join a friendly, dedicated, and thriving school community.

If you would like to apply for this Year 5 Class Teacher role, please upload your updated CV directly to this advert. We look forward to hearing from you!

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