Key Stage 2 Teacher

Job Title: Part-Time Key Stage 2 Teacher (Years 5 & 6)
Location: North Tyneside
Working Pattern: Part-Time (3–4 days per week)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Temporary (September – December, with a strong likelihood of extension to July)
About the School
A welcoming and vibrant primary school located in North Tyneside is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join their upper Key Stage 2 team. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. With a collaborative staff team and a community-focused ethos, it is a fantastic place to work and grow as an educator.
The Role
The school is looking for a passionate and reliable part-time teacher to work across Year 5 and Year 6, starting this coming September. The successful candidate will share teaching responsibilities over 3 to 4 days per week, delivering high-quality, engaging lessons that prepare pupils for their upcoming transitions.
Initially, this position is set to run until the Christmas holidays. However, for the right candidate, there is a strong likelihood that the contract will be extended through to the end of the academic year.
Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver creative and challenging lessons aligned with the upper Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Establish a positive, structured, and purposeful learning environment.
• Assess pupil progress and adapt teaching methods to support all learners, including those requiring extra stretch or intervention.
• Work collaboratively with parallel class teachers and support staff to ensure consistency across the year groups.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Strong Behaviour Management: The school requires a practitioner with a proven track record of implementing effective and positive behaviour management strategies.
• Commitment: The successful applicant must be able to strictly commit to the agreed 3–4 days per week to ensure continuity for the pupils.
• Experience teaching in Year 5 or Year 6, with a solid understanding of SATs preparation, is highly desirable but not essential.

How to Apply
If you are an adaptable, resilient teacher looking for a rewarding part-time role in North Tyneside, the school would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience in Key Stage 2 and your availabilit.