Year 5 Teacher – High-Impact Role in Vibrant East London School

This is a standout opportunity for a committed, classroom-strong Year 5 Teacher to join a much-loved, values-led Church of England primary school in the heart of Tower Hamlets. Starting in January, this full-time post runs until the end of the academic year and offers the chance to make a powerful difference in a thriving, inclusive setting. The Headteacher is seeking a Good or Outstanding practitioner who brings presence, warmth, and academic ambition – someone ready to inspire, lead learning, and elevate outcomes in a delightful Year 5 class.

This role is not suitable for daily supply teachers without long-term references – we’re looking for a committed educator who can bring consistency, passion, and skill every day.

This is your chance to teach with purpose, join a school built on strong moral foundations, and become part of a nurturing, collaborative team that puts pupils first.

You’ll be joining a school that combines small-school warmth with high standards and forward-thinking teaching practice. With excellent resources, strong subject leadership, and well-behaved, eager learners, this is a genuinely rewarding setting for a committed Year 5 Teacher to thrive. You’ll benefit from structured planning support, expert SLT coaching, and the opportunity to help shape pupils’ outcomes during a pivotal KS2 year.

Key Highlights:

• Year 5 Teacher – KS2 Full-Time (Spring/Summer Term)
• £170–£250 per day (depending on experience)
• Tower Hamlets, East London
• Good – praised for leadership and behaviour
• Church of England Primary – small, inclusive, values-driven
• January – Full-time to July (initial contract)
• Ongoing coaching and subject development
• A proven Good or Outstanding KS2 teacher seeking a fulfilling, high-impact role

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Teaching a delightful, ambitious Year 5 class through the Spring and Summer terms
• Delivering the full KS2 curriculum with clarity, creativity, and consistency
• Contributing to phase planning and assessment across Upper KS2
• Building relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues to support holistic learning
• Driving progress and confidence in core subjects, especially reading and writing

Ideal Year 5 Teacher for this Tower Hamlets School:

• A UK-trained Primary Teacher with QTS
• Strong track record of Good or Outstanding classroom teaching
• Confident in delivering high-quality, structured lessons to KS2 learners
• Committed to consistency, excellence, and long-term impact
• Warm, reflective, and motivated to inspire a love of learning

Why Join This Tower Hamlets School?

• Welcoming, community-rooted Church of England primary
• Supportive SLT and well-structured curriculum planning
• Polite, enthusiastic pupils with excellent behaviour
• Strong focus on teacher development and pupil outcomes
• Excellent links to Central and East London – DLR and Underground nearby

How to Apply:

If you're an experienced Year 5 Teacher ready to make a meaningful impact in an East London school that values consistency, compassion, and high standards, apply ASAP. Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis – don’t miss your chance to secure this rewarding role.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a passionate, reliable Year 5 Teacher to take on a fulfilling, long-term role at a vibrant school in Tower Hamlets. Apply now to shape young minds in one of London’s most exciting boroughs.