Primary Teacher

Job Description

Job Title: Class Teacher (Year 5)
Pay Range: Main Pay Scale - Inner London (£35k - £50k)
Responsible to: Head Teacher

Reeson Education are working with a 2 form entry primary school in the heart of Notting Hill looking for a passionate and dedicated year 5 Teacher to join their team and hit the ground running. This year 5 Teacher will be responsible for driving the success of year 5 pupils towards their final year of primary and heading up pre SATS education.

Purpose of Role:

Teach pupils according to their learning and social needs. This will be done in accordance with the school, policies and requirements of the National Curriculum.
To ensure that all planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting, meet the educational needs of pupils.
Maintain a positive school ethos and core values of the school, both inside and outside of the classroom.
Contribute to constructive team-building amongst teaching and non-teaching staff, parents and governors.
Ensure that the current national conditions of employment for school teachers are met.Duties:

Implement agreed school policies and guidelines.
Support initiatives decided by the Headteacher and staff.
Teach the national KS2 curriculum.
Plan appropriately to meet the needs of all pupils, through differentiation of tasks.
Be able to set clear targets, based on prior attainment, for pupils' learning.
Provide a stimulating classroom environment, where resources can be accessed appropriately by all pupils.
Keep appropriate and efficient records, integrating formative and summative assessment into weekly and termly planning.
Report to parents on the development, progress and attainment of pupils.
Maintain good order and discipline amongst pupils, in accordance with the school's behaviour policy.
Participate in meetings which relate to the school's management, curriculum, administration or organisation.
Communicate and co-operate with specialists from outside agencies.
Lead, organise and direct support staff within the classroom.
Participate in the performance management system for the appraisal of own performance, or that of other teachers.
To participate in weekly staff meetings.
The year 5 Teacher will share the school's commitment to safeguarding and promote the welfare of pupils.
Lead and support the development of other colleagues through effective mentoring leading to raised standards of teaching and learning in the school

Required:

UK QTS - ECT applicants are also encouraged to apply
Commitment to furthering training/professional development
Knowledge and understanding of the KS2 UK curriculum
Positive classroom management skills
The ability to plan, monitor, evaluate and review for pupils' progress
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team with staff, governors and parents
Promotion or positive behaviour strategies and constructive handling of problems
Some knowledge of the theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children (e.g. classroom organisation and learning strategies)

If you are looking for your next challenge and this year 5 teacher post sounds like your next step, please apply below or email your CV and a bit about yourself Rebekkah @ Reeson on

Year 5 Teacher - Year 6 Teacher - KS2 Teacher - Primary Teacher - Primary School - Notting Hill - Kensington and Chelsea - London

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07