Role: Year 5 Class Teacher – Upper KS2
Location: Sidcup, Bexley
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: MPS/UPS, dependent on experience
A well-established community primary school in Sidcup is seeking an enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher to join its upper Key Stage 2 team in January 2027. The school is looking for a teacher who can deliver challenging and engaging lessons, strengthen pupils' independence and prepare them for the demands of Year 6.
The Role
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Teach a Year 5 class across the full primary curriculum.
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Plan engaging English and mathematics lessons that develop fluency, reasoning and extended writing.
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Deliver creative foundation-subject lessons that encourage curiosity and independent research.
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Use formative and summative assessment to identify gaps and plan appropriate support.
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Differentiate learning to stretch higher-attaining pupils and support those who need additional guidance.
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Work collaboratively with the parallel class teacher and wider Key Stage 2 team.
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Support pupils' social development and encourage positive learning behaviours.
The Candidate
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Holds QTS and has experience teaching in Key Stage 2.
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Demonstrates secure curriculum knowledge and confident lesson planning.
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Can maintain high expectations while building positive relationships.
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Uses assessment effectively to inform teaching and improve outcomes.
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Works well as part of a team and communicates professionally with families.
The Environment
The school has a collaborative approach to planning, assessment and pupil support. Teachers work together across year groups to maintain curriculum consistency and share effective classroom practice. The successful candidate will benefit from an established team and opportunities for ongoing professional development.
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