Upper KS2 Teacher (Year 5 / Year 6) - Primary School | Full-Time | Newham, East London | September 2026

Location: Newham, East LondonStart Date: September 2026Contract Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary: M1 - M6 (Inner London Pay Scale)Key Stage: Upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5 / Year 6)

Are you a motivated Upper KS2 Teacher looking to join a supportive and forward-thinking primary school?

Teach Plus are working with a welcoming primary school in Newham seeking a confident Year 5 or Year 6 Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about raising attainment, preparing pupils for Key Stage 2 SATs, and supporting a smooth transition to secondary education.

You will be joining a collaborative team that values high expectations, creative teaching, and continuous professional development.

This inclusive and well-regarded primary school in Newham is recognised for its strong leadership, positive behaviour culture, and commitment to pupil success. Staff benefit from a supportive working environment with access to excellent teaching resources and professional development opportunities.

The school offers:

• Strong and experienced leadership team

• Clear behaviour policies and supportive classroom environment

• Collaborative Key Stage 2 team culture

• Well-structured curriculum and planning support

• Focus on pupil wellbeing and academic achievement

• Opportunities for career progression and development

As an Upper KS2 Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across Year 5 and Year 6

• Prepare pupils for KS2 SATs and end-of-key-stage assessments

• Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress and attainment

• Differentiate learning to support pupils of varying abilities

• Support pupils' transition from primary to secondary school

• Contribute to curriculum planning and whole-school initiatives

• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and leadership staff

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Upper KS2 Teacher committed to delivering excellent outcomes for pupils.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching in Upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5 or Year 6) or strong readiness to step into the role

• Strong understanding of the KS2 National Curriculum

• Confidence in preparing pupils for SATs

• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills

• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)

• Right to work in the UK

• Experience improving pupil attainment in Year 6 SATs

• Subject leadership or curriculum development experience

• Commitment to professional development and collaborative working

• Competitive salary on the Inner London pay scale (M1-M6)

• Supportive and inclusive school environment

• Opportunity to teach in Year 5 or Year 6

• Strong leadership and excellent teaching resources

• Opportunities for career progression and CPD

• Stable, full-time teaching position

Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest.

We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.

With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London.

We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.

If you are an experienced Upper KS2 Teacher looking for a full-time teaching role in Newham starting in September 2026, apply today and Kam from Teach Plus will be in touch to discuss this opportunity.

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