Year 5 Teacher

Your next teaching role could be closer than you think.

We’re working with a number of welcoming primary schools across Waltham Forest who are looking for a passionate Year 5 Teacher ready to inspire, challenge, and support pupils as they grow in confidence and capability in upper Key Stage 2.

Year 5 is a big year. Pupils are becoming more independent, expectations are rising, and there’s a real focus on preparing them for their final year of primary school. You’ll play a key role in helping children deepen their understanding, take ownership of their learning, and feel ready for what’s ahead, all within a team that values consistency, creativity, and genuine care.

If you enjoy stretching learners and helping them realise their potential, this could be a brilliant next step.

What you’ll be doing:

• Planning and delivering engaging, well-structured lessons tailored to Year 5 pupils, in line with the National Curriculum
• Supporting pupils as they develop independence and prepare for the transition into Year 6
• Strengthening reading, writing, and maths to support deeper understanding and attainment
• Encouraging critical thinking, curiosity, and resilience across the curriculum
• Creating a positive, focused classroom environment where pupils feel challenged and supported
• Adapting teaching to meet the needs of SEND and EAL learners so every child can succeed
• Managing behaviour through clear expectations, consistency, and positive reinforcement
• Working closely with TAs, parents, and senior leaders to support pupil progress
• Playing an active role in the wider school community while upholding safeguarding at all times

What we’re looking for:

• Holds UK QTS
• Has recent experience in KS2, ideally with exposure to upper KS2
• Brings a calm, confident presence into the classroom
• Can stretch and challenge pupils while supporting their wellbeing
• Builds strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Is passionate about helping children grow in confidence, independence, and resilience

Why work with Protocol Education?

We keep it simple. Honest conversations, clear communication, and schools that genuinely match what you’re looking for.

You’ll benefit from:

• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our CPD Academy
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• A smooth, straightforward registration process
• A referral scheme that genuinely rewards you

Make a real difference as pupils prepare for their final chapter in primary school.

Send your CV to to find out if this role feels like the right fit for you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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