Year 5 Teacher in Slough

Location: Slough (SL2)
Setting: Primary School
Start: January
Pay: MPS/UPS

Supply Desk is working with a warm and supportive primary school in Slough (SL2) to find a committed Year 5 Teacher to take on their own class from January. Year 5 is a pivotal year – pupils are building the independence, resilience and core skills they'll need for Year 6 – and this school is looking for a teacher who can make it an exciting and confident one.

• Planning and teaching engaging, well-differentiated lessons across the Upper Key Stage 2 curriculum
• Strengthening pupils' reading, writing and maths, with a clear focus on progress and attainment
• Laying solid foundations for Year 6 and the KS2 SATs
• Assessing and tracking progress, and using that data to plan targeted support and interventions
• Supporting pupils of all abilities, including those with SEN
• Creating a calm, structured and positive classroom where every child feels valued
• Working closely with teaching assistants, colleagues and the wider school team
• Building strong, trusting relationships with parents and carers

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – desirable
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally Upper KS2
• Good knowledge of the KS2 curriculum and assessment expectations
• Confident behaviour management and strong organisational skills
• A structured, engaging and nurturing teaching style
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Experience teaching Year 5 or Year 6
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs (SEN)
• Confidence running interventions and booster groups
• A good grasp of progress tracking and assessment frameworks

• Your own Year 5 class in a supportive, collaborative school
• A well-resourced Key Stage 2 team
• Long-term stability
• Ongoing professional development and support
• The chance to make a real difference to pupils' progress and confidence

If you're a KS2 teacher looking for a rewarding full-time role in Slough, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or call:

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All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.