Year 5 Teacher
Do you thrive on helping pupils reach their full potential and take pride in seeing them grow in confidence and independence?
A welcoming and high-achieving primary school in Watford is seeking a dedicated and inspiring Year 5 Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is a pivotal year in a child’s education, where pupils begin to consolidate their learning, develop greater independence, and prepare for the academic and personal challenges of Year 6.
In this role, you will deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across the curriculum, ensuring pupils build strong foundations in reading, writing, and mathematics while also fostering curiosity and a love of learning in subjects such as science, history, and geography. You will play a key role in nurturing resilience, encouraging critical thinking, and supporting pupils to become confident, self-motivated learners.
The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, supportive leadership team, and collaborative staff culture. You’ll be joining a team that values innovation, shares best practice, and is committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every child. High-quality planning support, excellent resources, and ongoing professional development opportunities are all part of the package.
✨ Full-time, long-term teaching opportunity
✨ Opportunities to take on subject leadership or wider school responsibilities
✨ Supportive and forward-thinking senior leadership team
✨ Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn
✨ Strong focus on both academic achievement and personal development
✨ Access to high-quality CPD and career progression pathways
We’re looking for a teacher who:
✔ Has strong knowledge of the upper KS2 curriculum and high expectations for all learners
✔ Can deliver creative, engaging lessons that challenge and inspire
✔ Is committed to raising attainment and accelerating pupil progress
✔ Builds positive, professional relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
✔ Is reflective, proactive, and eager to contribute to the wider school community
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a crucial stage in pupils’ learning journey and help prepare them for a successful transition into Year 6 and beyond.
If you’re ready to inspire, challenge, and support pupils to achieve their very best, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV to Joanna Gandhi at joanna.gandhiprotocol-education
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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