Year 5 Teacher

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference YR5_1783691024
Closing date August 10, 2026
Location Blackburn, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Year 5 Teacher

Full Time: ContractMPS-UPS (Dependent on Experience)Location: Clitheroe, LancashireStart Date: September 2026 - Fixed Term

Veritas Education are currently recruiting for a Year 5 Teacher to join a thriving and passionate staff team within a welcoming primary school based in Clitheroe, Lancashire.

The school is committed to ensuring every child reaches their full potential through high-quality teaching, a broad and engaging curriculum, and a strong culture of respect and inclusion. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where pupils feel safe, valued and inspired to succeed. Professional development is highly valued, with leaders committed to supporting staff growth and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

This is a full-time role, and the school is looking for a teacher with experience teaching within Upper Key Stage 2. The school has a strong reputation for supporting pupils' academic achievement and personal development, and is seeking an enthusiastic teacher who can inspire pupils as they prepare for the transition into Year 6.

The successful candidate will create an engaging and challenging learning environment, encouraging pupils to become independent learners, develop confidence in their abilities, and achieve their full potential across the curriculum.

The successful candidate will:

  • Deliver engaging, creative and challenging lessons that inspire a love of learning
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Upper Key Stage 2 curriculum
  • Have excellent classroom management skills
  • Set high expectations for behaviour, progress and achievement
  • Use effective assessment to support pupil progress and attainment
  • Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team
  • Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues

    • The school offers:

  • A supportive and approachable senior leadership team
  • Enthusiastic, well-behaved and motivated pupils
  • A welcoming and inclusive school community
  • Strong Upper Key Stage 2 team collaboration and planning support
  • Well-resourced classrooms and excellent teaching facilities
  • Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

    • Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and confident ECTs with relevant Key Stage 2 experience.

    The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to:

  • Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks
  • Qualified Teacher Status verification
  • Right to work and identity checks
  • Online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance
  • Reference and employment history checks
  • Prohibition from teaching checks
  • Safer recruitment and pre-employment vetting checks

    • Any gaps in employment history will be discussed at interview.

    To apply for this role, please send your CV to:Ddegnan@veritas-education.com

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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