Year 6 Teacher – KS2 Opportunity
Location: Barking & Dagenham, East London
Salary: £39,851 - £50,474 (M2-M6)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary applies to candidates with substantial teaching experience.
Are you an ambitious Year 6 Teacher looking to join a supportive and high-achieving primary school? We are seeking an enthusiastic Year 6 Teacher to join a welcoming school community in Barking & Dagenham from September 2026.
This Year 6 Teacher role offers the opportunity to teach a motivated class during a crucial stage of their primary education, helping pupils prepare confidently for their transition to secondary school. The successful Year 6 Teacher will be part of a collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality teaching and excellent pupil outcomes.
The Role
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the KS2 curriculum.
• Prepare pupils for end-of-Key Stage assessments and secondary transition.
• Monitor progress and provide effective feedback to support achievement.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work closely with colleagues, parents and school leaders to ensure every child reaches their potential.
Requirements
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2.
• Strong understanding of the Year 6 curriculum and assessment expectations.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Passion for raising attainment and supporting pupil success.
About the School
This welcoming primary school is known for its strong leadership, supportive staff team and commitment to helping every child succeed. Staff benefit from a positive working environment, excellent professional development opportunities and a culture that values collaboration and wellbeing.
Benefits
• Permanent Year 6 Teacher position.
• Competitive salary: £39,851 - £50,474 (M2-M6).
• Supportive leadership and experienced teaching team.
• High-quality CPD and career progression opportunities.
• Well-resourced classrooms and excellent facilities.
If you are a dedicated Year 6 Teacher ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance