Year 5 Teacher
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Colne, Lancashire |
| Area | Blackburn, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Early Years Foundation Stage - Nursery |
| Salary | £32916 - £51048 per annum |
| Start Date | September 2026 |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | YR 5_1783691361 |
| Job Views | 4 |
- Description
Year 5 Class Teacher
Full Time | Temporary Contract (Maternity Cover)Location: Pendle, LancashireStart Date: September 2026Contract: September 2026 - February 2027
Inspire Young Minds in Upper Key Stage 2
Veritas Education is currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive primary school in Pendle, Lancashire, for an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 5 Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026 to cover a maternity leave.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a nurturing school community where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential both academically and personally. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering an engaging and ambitious curriculum while creating a positive classroom environment where children feel motivated, challenged and supported to succeed.
The position is full time and will run from September 2026 until February 2027, making it ideal for a teacher looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a collaborative and inclusive school.
The school is proud of its caring and supportive ethos, placing a strong emphasis on respect, kindness, personal development and high aspirations for every pupil. Staff work closely together to provide an engaging learning experience, and leaders are committed to supporting both pupils and staff through effective teamwork and ongoing professional development.
The school is seeking a teacher with recent Year 5 experience and a strong understanding of the Upper Key Stage 2 curriculum who can quickly become an integral member of the team.
The successful candidate will:
- Have recent experience teaching Year 5 or within Upper Key Stage 2.
- Deliver engaging, creative and well-structured lessons that inspire a love of learning.
- Demonstrate excellent classroom management skills.
- Set high expectations for behaviour, progress and achievement.
- Use effective assessment strategies to support pupil progress.
- Work collaboratively as part of a supportive and dedicated staff team.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
- Be committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.
The school offers:
- A supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team.
- Strong planning support across the Year 5 team.
- Friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils.
- A welcoming and inclusive school community.
- Well-resourced classrooms and excellent teaching facilities.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and confident Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with relevant Key Stage 2 teaching or placement experience.
Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) verification.
- Right to work and identity checks.
- Online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
- Reference and employment history checks.
- Prohibition from teaching checks.
- Safer recruitment and pre-employment vetting procedures.
Any gaps in employment history will be discussed during the interview process.
Apply Now
If you're a passionate Year 5 teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity within a supportive school, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your CV to:ddegnan@veritas-education.com
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
