Primary Teacher, Key Stage 2

Key Stage 2 Teacher - Year 5, Burnley

Start date: November 2026
Salary: MPS3-UPS3, dependent on experience
Additional opportunity: Potential TLR
Exclusively managed by Veritas Education

Veritas Education is seeking an experienced Primary Teacher to teach a Year 5 class at a primary school in Burnley from November 2026.

This opportunity would suit a confident Key Stage 2 teacher who can deliver engaging lessons, set high expectations and support pupils of different abilities. There is also a potential Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) opportunity , making this an attractive role for someone interested in taking on additional responsibility.

The role

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the Year 5 curriculum.
• Assess pupils' progress and adapt teaching to meet individual needs.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom with clear expectations for behaviour.
• Work closely with colleagues and parents to support pupils' learning and wellbeing.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school.

The ideal candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has successful teaching experience in Key Stage 2, ideally in Year 5.
• Demonstrates strong curriculum knowledge and effective classroom management.
• Has a proven ability to support pupil progress.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

This role is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

How to apply

This vacancy is exclusively managed by Veritas Education . Please send your CV to (url removed) , or contact Ben Tsui on (phone number removed) for further information.

Appointment will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks.

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.'

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