Primary Teacher

Job Title: Year 5 Primary Teacher – Maternity Cover
Job Role: KS2 Teacher (Year 5)
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, Maternity Cover
Salary: M1–UPS3 (£34,398–£52,490)

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and skilled Year 5 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in St Albans from September 2026. This is a full-time maternity cover position within Key Stage 2, offering the opportunity to make a real impact on pupils as they continue their journey through upper KS2.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality teaching, fostering a love of learning, and ensuring all pupils make strong academic and personal progress.

About the School
This friendly and inclusive primary school is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school has a strong community ethos and places a high emphasis on collaboration, wellbeing, and positive relationships between staff, pupils, and families.

Staff work closely together to deliver an engaging and creative curriculum that supports both academic achievement and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and challenging lessons across the Year 5 curriculum
• Support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils
• Monitor and assess pupil progress, providing clear feedback and next steps
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and parents
• Contribute to the wider life of the school

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome to apply and will be fully supported through their induction
• Experience teaching within KS2 (Year 5 experience desirable)
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• A positive, proactive and reflective approach to teaching

How to Apply
To find out more, please contact Elina on 01923 295300 or apply below.

We offer a £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check throughout their employment and comply with safer recruitment standards. (AGY)

Contact information

Jennifer Harrison