Year 6 Teacher

Job Title: Year 6 Teacher (Full-Time)
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: M1 – M6 (dependent on experience)

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 6 Teacher to join a lovely school based in the Salisbury area of Wiltshire from September 2026 for the full academic year. This is a full-time position with full teaching responsibilities, offering an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in pupils’ final year of primary education.

The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing pupils for their SATs while ensuring a supportive, engaging, and structured learning environment that enables all learners to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the Year 6 curriculum
• Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners
• Prepare pupils effectively for SATs, tracking progress and addressing gaps in learning
• Establish and maintain high expectations for behaviour using positive and proactive strategies
• Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress in line with school policies
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and leadership
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and carers

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching in Upper Key Stage 2 (preferably Year 6)
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of SATs preparation and assessment
• Show a proactive and positive approach to behaviour management
• Be skilled in thoughtful, well-paced lesson planning
• Be committed to supporting pupils both academically and pastorally
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills

Safeguarding & Recruitment Process:
This role is subject to full vetting checks through Teaching Personnel, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a formal interview process, which will include a lesson observation at the school.

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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.
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