Job Introduction
Job Advert: Year 5 Class Teacher
Position: Year 5 Class Teacher
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term for T5 and T6
Start Date: 13th April and ends 31st August 2026
Salary: MPS
Location: Five Acres Primary School
About us
Five Acres Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school where we strive for every child to flourish. We pride ourselves on our strong community ethos and our supportive, dedicated staff team. The school is on an exciting journey of improvement, and we are committed to providing the very best educational experiences for all our pupils.
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Year 5 Teacher who is excited about helping children learn, grow and confidently prepare for their Upper Key Stage 2 journey.
About the Role
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Delivers engaging, ambitious and well-structured lessons
- Has strong knowledge of the KS2 curriculum
- Builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families
- Contributes to the wider life of the school
How to Apply
Please complete the application form and return it to Headteacher [ head.2200@five-acres.oxon.sch.uk] by 9th March (interviews 13th March).
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed—please contact the office on 01869 253193 to arrange.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
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| Essential | Desirable |
Qualifications & Training | Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Evidence of ongoing professional development
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Experience
| Proven experience teaching in Key Stage 2 Experience planning and delivering high-quality lessons Experience using assessment to inform planning and improve outcomes
| Experience of using Insight for assessment Experience teaching in Upper Key Stage 2 Experience supporting pupils with SEND Experience running or contributing to extracurricular activities
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Knowledge & Skills
| Strong subject knowledge across all National Curriculum areas Understanding of Year 5 curriculum expectations Ability to differentiate effectively to meet diverse needs Confident in using formative and summative assessment Strong behaviour management skills based on positive relationships Ability to create an inclusive, nurturing classroom environment Effective communication with pupils, parents and staff
| Interest in leading or supporting a curriculum subjectAbility to contribute to wider school initiatives or projects
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Personal Qualities | Warm, enthusiastic and child-centred Reflective practitioner committed to improvement Organised, proactive and able to work collaboratively High expectations of yourself and others Resilient, calm and solutions-focused A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
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Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
