Year 5 Teacher

Description:

I am recruiting for a primary school based in Pendle looking for an experience Year 5 teacher to join the team in September 2026 to cover a maternity.

The successful candidate will be passionate about helping pupils achieve their full potential and creating an engaging, inclusive classroom environment.

This is a full-time position starting in September and is expected to continue on a long-term basis until February 2027.

The school prides itself on its nurturing and supportive ethos, placing a strong emphasis on respect, kindness, personal development, and high aspirations for all pupils. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where children feel valued, encouraged, and inspired to succeed.

Have experience teaching within Key Stage 2
Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons
Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
Have high expectations for behaviour and achievement
Work effectively as part of a collaborative team
Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parentsThe school offers:

A supportive and experienced senior leadership team
Strong planning support across the year group
A welcoming and inclusive school environment
Well-resourced classrooms and learning spaces
Opportunities for continued professional developmentApplications are welcomed from experienced teachers and confident ECTs with relevant KS2 placement experience.

Safeguarding:

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to:

Enhanced DBS and barred list checks
Qualified Teacher Status verification
Right to work and identity checks
Online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance
Reference and employment history checks
Prohibition from teaching checks
Safer recruitment and pre-employment vetting checksAny gaps in employment history will be discussed at interview.

To apply for this role, please send your CV to:

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community