Year 5 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover
Full Time | Easter Start – July 2026 | Option to Extend into September | M2 - M6 Inner London Salary
Teach Now Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a friendly, warm and thriving primary school in Brent in their search for an experienced Year 5 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from Easter 2026 through to July, with a strong possibility of extension into September.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident KS2 teacher who can step seamlessly into an established class, maintain high standards and ensure excellent progress for all pupils.
About the School
• An established 2–3 form entry primary school
• Located within a supportive and engaged community
• Last Ofsted inspection (June 2018): Rated ‘Good’
Known for:
• A highly supportive and inspiring Senior Leadership Team
• Clear routines, strong curriculum structure and consistent expectations
• A positive, collaborative staff culture
• Strong behaviour across the school
• Inclusive values and a caring ethos
The school prides itself on its motto: “Inspiring a love of learning.”
Pupils are polite, kind, well-presented and hard-working, and staff work in close partnership with parents to secure excellent outcomes for every child.
About the Class & Role
• Year 5 class of 27 pupils
• Supported by a dedicated full-time Teaching Assistant
The class includes:
• Three pupils with EHCPs
• Additional SEND needs including ASD and ADHD
The successful teacher will:
• Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons aligned with the KS2 curriculum
• Differentiate effectively to meet a range of learning needs
• Work closely with the TA to support pupils with SEND
• Maintain a calm, purposeful and inclusive classroom environment
• Build strong relationships quickly and uphold high expectations
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
• A qualified primary teacher with QTS
• Experienced in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5
• Confident supporting pupils with SEND
• Calm, organised and proactive
• Able to “hit the ground running” and take ownership of the class
• Passionate about inclusive education and pupil progress
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.
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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