Year 5 Teacher – Cultivating Young Minds in a Dynamic Croydon Setting

Seize the opportunity to redefine learning as a Year 5 Teacher in Croydon! This pivotal role will see you shaping the academic and personal growth of eager learners at a thriving, values-driven primary school. We seek a passionate and innovative educator who thrives on making a tangible impact—someone who leads with both heart and expertise.

As a Year 5 Teacher, you’ll immerse yourself in a school where professional growth is celebrated, and ambition is the standard. You’ll gain rich, forward-thinking experience in a vibrant environment that prizes collaborative learning, creative delivery, and high expectations. You’ll be empowered with first-rate resources and participate in tailored CPD pathways—ensuring every day develops your career as much as your pupils.

Key Highlights:

• Year 5 Teacher – Primary role inspiring the leaders of tomorrow
• From £180 - £230 Per Day – among the best rates in Croydon for impact-driven teachers
• Based in a modern, well-equipped Croydon primary with specialist learning rooms
• Ofsted-rated Good to Outstanding – renowned for positive behaviour and robust outcomes
• Exceptional CPD including leadership talent pathways and subject mastery workshops
• Created for dynamic, UK-trained teachers (QTS essential); welcomes ambitious ECTs and experienced practitioners
• Warm, supportive staff culture with a growth-mindset ethos

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Planning and delivering outstanding Key Stage 2 lessons as Year 5 Teacher
• Crafting highly engaging, inclusive classrooms that foster a love of learning
• Using formative assessment to drive pupil achievement and progression
• Collaborating with ambitious colleagues on curriculum and enrichment projects
• Building strong relationships with parents and the local school community
• Supporting targeted interventions for high-potential and disadvantaged learners
• Embedding creative technologies to enrich teaching as a Year 5 Teacher

Ideal "Year 5 Teacher" for this Croydon School:

• UK-trained and holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or on track via a UK route)
• Consistently Good or Outstanding references from recent classroom placements or roles
• Impact-driven and ambitious; relentless in pursuit of pupil success
• Open to exceptional ECTs bursting with passion and creativity
• Experienced Year 5 Teachers welcomed—especially those keen to innovate
• Adept at building rapport with diverse learners and adapting teaching accordingly

Why Join This Croydon School?:

• Purpose-driven, high-achieving environment with extensive support for Year 5 Teachers
• Innovative CPD: leadership, subject specialism, and coaching on offer
• Genuine career progression—from ECT to leadership roles
• Excellent behaviour management and established wellbeing culture
• Modern facilities, digital resources, and beautiful outdoor learning spaces
• Celebrated partnerships with educational psychologists, SEN teams, and the Croydon community

If you’re ready to be a transformative Year 5 Teacher—supported, celebrated, and challenged—this is your moment. Step into a rewarding Croydon role where your passion is fuelled by an ambitious, inspiring team. Apply now to accelerate your impact!

How to Apply

Secure your chance to join a forward-thinking Croydon primary team by sending in your application immediately – selection is ongoing and stand-out candidates are being shortlisted right now. Don’t let this Year 5 Teacher post slip past; submit your CV swiftly to ensure you’re considered for early interview rounds!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving South London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!