Are you a creative and results-focused Year 5 Teacher seeking a role from January 2026? Do you want to join a Hackney primary that combines high expectations with excellent pastoral support? Wayman Education is recruiting an experienced Year 5 Teacher for a dynamic school in Hackney. The Year 5 Teacher will plan and teach well-sequenced units across English and maths, lead targeted interventions, and contribute to whole-school curriculum development. This Year 5 Teacher post starts January 2026, with induction and handover scheduled before January 2026 so the new Year 5 Teacher can begin term-ready. Position details Role: Year 5 Teacher — Hackney Start date: January 2026 Contract: Permanent, Full-Time About the role The Year 5 Teacher will design lessons that deepen pupils’ conceptual understanding, lead guided-reading and reasoning sessions, and run booster programmes that accelerate progress. The Year 5 Teacher will use assessment data to prioritise interventions and to demonstrate impact to senior leaders. Based in Hackney, the Year 5 Teacher will be part of a collaborative phase that shares resources, moderates standards and supports professional growth. Key responsibilities Deliver high-quality Year 5 lessons with clear progression and effective differentiation. Plan and implement targeted small-group teaching, tracking outcomes and adapting provision. Lead aspects of year-group planning and contribute to moderation across the school. Communicate progress and next steps to parents and colleagues in Hackney. Support enrichment and transition activities to prepare pupils for UKS2 challenges. Person specification Qualified teacher with successful Year 5/KS2 experience and a record of improving outcomes. Strong subject knowledge, assessment literacy and confident behaviour management. Collaborative, reflective and able to start January 2026 in Hackney. To be considered for this teaching position, please forward a CV as soon as possible.