Year 5 Teacher

Year 5 Teacher
Location: Tower Hamlets – Near the Isle of Dogs, East London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time
Salary: Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience

TeacherActive is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and community-focused 1.5 form entry primary school near the Isle of Dogs in Tower Hamlets for an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 5 Teacher to join their team from September 2026.

This well-regarded school prides itself on providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to be ambitious, resilient, and confident learners. With a supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture, this is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher looking to make a real impact in Upper Key Stage 2.

The Role:

• Planning and delivering engaging and challenging lessons in line with the Year 5 curriculum.
• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment that enables all pupils to succeed.
• Assessing, monitoring, and tracking pupil progress to ensure strong outcomes.
• Preparing pupils for the transition into Year 6 and supporting their academic and personal development.
• Working closely with colleagues, parents, and support staff to provide the best possible educational experience for every child.
• Promoting high standards of behaviour, achievement, and wellbeing throughout the classroom and wider school community.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally within Upper Key Stage 2.
• Strong curriculum knowledge and effective classroom management skills.
• High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for inspiring children and helping them reach their full potential.

The School Offers:

• The opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive 1.5 form entry primary school.
• A collaborative and experienced leadership team committed to staff development.
• Excellent opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• A diverse and vibrant school community in the heart of Tower Hamlets.
• Easily accessible transport links near the Isle of Dogs.

If you are a motivated and committed Year 5 Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity from September, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more about this role, please contact Abbie Newton-Smith at TeacherActive via email at [email protected].

Apply today through TeacherActive to be considered for this fantastic opportunity.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.