We are dedicated to creating an inspiring, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every pupil is empowered to achieve their full potential. Located in Solihull, our school prides itself on a supportive team culture, enthusiastic learners, and strong community partnerships.
We are seeking an energetic, dedicated, and ambitious Year 5 Teacher to join our Key Stage 2 team. As children enter upper KS2, Year 5 is a crucial year for building independence, critical thinking, and confidence. You will create a rich, engaging curriculum experience that prepares pupils for their final primary year and beyond.
Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, differentiated lessons that challenge and inspire Year 5 pupils.
Maintain a positive, well-managed classroom environment conducive to learning and pupil well-being.
Track and monitor pupil progress, using formative and summative assessment to inform planning and targeted support.
Foster high standards of behavior, respect, and academic effort across the year group.
Collaborate effectively with teaching assistants, subject leaders, and the wider KS2 team.
Build positive, open relationships with parents, carers, and the broader school community.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply).
Proven experience or strong knowledge of teaching upper Key Stage 2 / Year 5 curriculum requirements.
Passion for creative teaching methods that engage 9- and 10-year-old learners.
High expectations for academic achievement, pupil growth, and behavior management.
Strong communication, organizational, and team-working skills.
Enthusiastic, polite, and motivated children who love to learn.
A supportive leadership team committed to your career development and continuous professional growth (CPD).
A collaborative, friendly staff team with well-resourced classrooms.
If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Mia at Miam@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.
Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.
The role advertised is for temporary supply work.
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