Year 5 Teacher

Year 5 Teacher - Maternity Cover (Summer Term)

📍 Tower Hamlets, London

📅 Start Date: 20th April 2026

📆 Duration: Summer Term (Maternity Cover) - with the view to extension

💷 Pay: MPS 3 £226- MPS 6 £268 - Paid PAYE only.

SANZA Teaching Agency is working in partnership with a well-established 3-form entry primary school in Tower Hamlets to recruit an experienced Year 5 teacher for a maternity cover role starting after Easter and continuing for the remainder of the summer term.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and high-performing team at a crucial point in the academic year, helping pupils transition smoothly into Year 6.

The Role

Full class teaching responsibility for a settled and well-behaved Year 5 class

Deliver engaging lessons that support strong end-of-year progress

Prepare pupils academically and emotionally for their move into Year 6

Work collaboratively with parallel teachers and leadership team

About You

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Proven experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5

Confident delivering the curriculum and maintaining high expectations

A nurturing and consistent approach to support pupil wellbeing and progress

ECTs will not be considered for this role

The School

This 3-form entry school is known for its strong leadership, collaborative teaching culture, and welcoming environment. The current Year 5 class teacher has created a calm, nurturing classroom, and pupils are settled, engaged, and ready to continue their learning journey.

The school is looking for a skilled and experienced teacher who can maintain this positive environment and ensure pupils finish the year feeling confident and prepared for Year 6.

If you're an experienced KS2 teacher looking for a rewarding short-term opportunity in a supportive school, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Apply: stephanie.watson@sanzateaching.com

📞 0207 845 6240

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