Role: Year 6 Class Teacher
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: MPS/UPS

A high-performing primary academy in Nottingham is looking to appoint an ambitious and enthusiastic Year 6 Teacher to join its established teaching team as soon as possible. The school has high expectations for both attainment and behaviour and is committed to providing pupils with a broad, challenging and engaging education.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is confident delivering the KS2 curriculum and who enjoys preparing pupils for the transition into secondary education. The successful candidate will join a supportive year-group team and benefit from experienced leadership and structured professional development.

The Role

• Year 6 Leadership: Take full responsibility for a Year 6 class, establishing clear routines, high expectations and a positive learning culture from the outset.

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging lessons across English, mathematics, science and the wider primary curriculum, ensuring lessons are appropriately differentiated.

• SATs Preparation: Prepare pupils effectively for statutory assessments while maintaining a broad and balanced curriculum.

• Assessment: Use formative and summative assessment to identify gaps in knowledge and adapt teaching accordingly.

• Intervention: Work with teaching assistants and intervention staff to provide targeted support to pupils requiring additional challenge or intervention.

• Pastoral Care: Build strong relationships with pupils and families, supporting both academic progress and personal development.

• Transition: Help pupils develop the independence, resilience and organisational skills required for secondary school.

The Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Strong experience teaching within KS2, ideally Year 5 or Year 6.

• Good knowledge of the National Curriculum and statutory assessment requirements.

• Confident planning for pupils with a wide range of abilities.

• Strong classroom management and behaviour-management skills.

• Able to use assessment data effectively to improve pupil outcomes.

• Excellent communication skills when working with parents, colleagues and external professionals.

• A reflective and ambitious teacher who is committed to continued professional development.

The Environment

• Academic Standards: High expectations for attainment and progress across the school.

• Leadership: Experienced senior leaders who provide clear direction and regular professional support.

• Collaboration: Teachers work closely within year groups to share planning, resources and effective practice.

• Pupil Support: Dedicated pastoral and teaching-assistant support available where required.

• Development: Regular CPD opportunities and encouragement to take on additional responsibilities.

Apply Now

If you are an enthusiastic KS2 Teacher looking for a permanent opportunity and can start ASAP, please submit your CV.