£150/day to £210/day
Trafford, England
Contract, Variable

Year 5 Teacher - Manchester

Posted by Tradewind Recruitment.

Tradewind are seeking to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher for an attractive opportunity at a reputable primary school based in Manchester.

  • You must have QTS*

When: This September

Where: Manchester

Pay: £150 - £210 (depending on experience, you can negotiate a higher rate)

About the School

This primary school is committed to providing a compelling, purposeful, and comprehensive curriculum for every pupil, regardless of their ability or background. The curriculum is designed to ignite motivation and inspiration, promoting a love for learning and collective success. The school's objective is to equip pupils with the knowledge, skills, and mindset essential for lifelong learning and overall well-being. With a dedication to instilling pride and knowledge about the local community and its history, the school actively encourages collaboration within the vibrant and diverse community. Moreover, as a UNICEF Rights Respecting School, it genuinely values the rights, opinions, and voices of children.

Year 5 Teacher
The successful and independent teacher will be responsible for a class which includes a pupil with specific medical needs. You will be supported by a Teaching Assistant.

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Develop compelling lessons that adhere to the KS2 National Curriculum guidelines and complement the school's creative curriculum.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of age-appropriate expectations for KS2 students, providing appropriate scaffolding and challenges to optimize individual educational outcomes.
  • Maintain accurate records of data, conducting analyses to identify areas for reteaching and address learning gaps, ensuring consistently high levels of attainment.
  • Cultivate positive relationships with all students, fostering an environment of trust and mutual respect.
  • Collaborate seamlessly with Teaching Assistants, key stage colleagues, and wider staff, actively sharing advice, resources, and best practices to enhance overall teamwork and effectiveness.

Essential Requirements:

-QTS (Or an equivalent teaching qualification)

-Excellent references to support previous experience in KS2 (ideally in a Year 5 class)

-A CV that covers your full employment history

-The right to work in the UK

All candidates for posts will be asked to provide suitable references and undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you feel you meet the requirements and would like to be considered for this exciting Year 5 Teacher position, please call Tamara on or email

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment / SANZA Teaching Agency / Accelerate Teaching;

  • Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
  • Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
  • Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
  • Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
  • We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer