Year 5 Teacher

Job Description

Flourish Education are recruiting for an experienced Year 5 Teacher to join a thriving two-form entry Primary School in Bilston, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. This larger-than-average school is proud of its inclusive ethos, collaborative teaching culture, and strong links with the local community. With two classes per year group, teachers benefit from shared planning, peer support, and a wealth of resources to deliver high-quality learning experiences.

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for a lively and motivated Year 5 class, supported by a dedicated teaching assistant. Pupils are enthusiastic, resilient, and eager to rise to the challenges of Upper Key Stage 2. The school promotes high standards of teaching and learning, encouraging every child to achieve their full potential.

This position would suit an experienced Class Teacher with excellent behaviour management skills, a passion for delivering engaging and creative lessons, and the ability to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where all pupils thrive.

The Year 5 Teacher Role:

  • Full class responsibilities including planning, preparation, and marking
  • Deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons in line with the Upper KS2 National Curriculum
  • Support the learning and development of all pupils, including those with additional needs
  • Collaborate with the parallel Year 5 teacher to share planning and best practice
  • Work closely with colleagues, support staff, and parents to ensure pupil progress
  • Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports emotional and academic growth
Required Skills and Experience:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Essential
  • Proven experience teaching within Key Stage 2 (KS2)
  • Strong understanding of the Upper KS2 National Curriculum
  • Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
  • Ability to differentiate lessons to meet the needs of all learners
  • Experience teaching in Lower KS2 or Upper KS1 is desirable
Working as a Year 5 Teacher with Flourish Education offers:
  • £168.80 to £232.57 per day (£32,916 to £45,352 per annum based on 5 days per week)
  • Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate accrued into your holiday pot
  • Pension Contributions
  • Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training (including FGM and abuse modules)
  • £100 welcome bonus
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Regular contact and ongoing support throughout your placement

This position is based in Bilston, and is easily commutable from Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley, Tipton, and Willenhall. The school offers a welcoming environment, supportive staff, modern facilities, and onsite parking for employees.

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 5 Teacher looking to join a supportive two-form entry school community and make a real impact, apply today or contact Georgia for more information – we look forward to hearing from you!

Legal
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency. INDGE