Year 5 Teacher – Inner-City Leeds | September 2026 Start

Year 5 Teacher – Inner-City Leeds | September 2026 Start

We are currently recruiting a committed and motivated Year 5 Teacher to work in a welcoming inner-city primary school in Leeds from September 2026.
This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about raising attainment, building strong relationships, and making a meaningful impact in a diverse school community. You will be supporting pupils as they develop higher-level Key Stage 2 skills in preparation for Year 6.
What we offer:

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible working to suit your availability
• Opportunities for permanent placements
• Supportive senior leadership, SEND, and pastoral teams
• Ongoing work in Leeds and surrounding areas

Your responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 5 lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Support pupils with a range of academic, social, and emotional needs
• Raise attainment in core subjects, particularly reading, writing, and maths
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of mixed-ability learners, including SEND and EAL pupils
• Use positive and consistent behaviour management strategies
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, and pastoral staff
• Track pupil progress and deliver targeted interventions where required
• Create a positive, inclusive, and aspirational classroom environment

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching Year 5 or Upper Key Stage 2
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Secure understanding of the KS2 curriculum and assessment expectations
• Excellent communication, resilience, and adaptability

✅ This role is also open to Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with appropriate support.
For more information, please get in touch with the Leeds team at Castle Education.