Job Description:

Tradewind Recruitment - January 2027

Key Stage 2 · Barnet, Outer London · Full-time or Part-time

Salary

£39,193-£52,239

Daily rate (approx.)

£200.99-£267.89/day

Pay structure

Weekly PAYE only

Start date

January 2027

Are you a QTS-qualified KS2 teacher who thrives on preparing pupils for the demands of upper primary? Join a Year 5 team in Barnet and help your class build the skills, stamina and confidence they need heading into their final primary year.

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with Barnet primary schools to find an experienced Year 5 Teacher for January 2027 full-time or part-time.

Year 5 is a pivotal year of preparation. You will deliver the KS2 National Curriculum with high expectations across reading, writing, mathematics and the wider curriculum, building pupils' independence, analytical thinking and academic resilience ahead of Year 6.

You will monitor and respond to pupil progress data, deliver targeted interventions where needed, and work collaboratively with teaching assistants and SENCO colleagues to ensure every pupil - including those with SEND and EAL - is stretching towards their potential.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• Solid KS2 teaching experience, ideally in Years 4-6
• High subject knowledge across the primary curriculum
• Confident in preparing pupils for KS2 SATs and upper primary expectations
• Skilled in differentiation and targeted intervention
• Strong behaviour management with an aspirational, growth mindset approach
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge

• Transparent PAYE pay - weekly, with no umbrella companies or hidden deductions
• Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College from day one
• Real local knowledge of Barnet schools and their leadership teams
• Dedicated consultant support from your first conversation through to the end of your placement

Ready to find the right school for you?

Get in touch with Tradewind Recruitment today. We will take the time to understand your experience and match you with a Barnet school where you will thrive.

Contact Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right-to-work verification.