Job Description

Year 5 Class Teacher

Location: Accrington

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Initially Fixed Term (with strong potential for permanent opportunities)

Salary: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale

Recruitment Managed Exclusively by Veritas Education

Year 5 Class Teacher - Accrington

Exclusively Represented by Veritas Education

Veritas Education is proud to be working exclusively on behalf of a highly sought-after primary school in Accrington to recruit a talented and committed Year 5 Class Teacher for an September 2026 start.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving, well-regarded school with a strong reputation in the local community. The position is initially fixed term, with excellent potential to become permanent.

About the School

The school is known for its:

Warm, inclusive and nurturing ethos

Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning

Strong and supportive leadership team

Collaborative staff culture

Commitment to high standards and continuous improvement

It is a popular and oversubscribed school with high expectations for both academic achievement and pupil wellbeing.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

Take full responsibility for a Year 5 class

Plan and deliver engaging, creative and challenging lessons

Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum

Use assessment effectively to ensure excellent pupil progress

Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

The Ideal Candidate Will:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Have experience teaching in Key Stage 2 (Year 5 experience desirable but not essential)

Demonstrate high expectations for behaviour and achievement

Be reflective, proactive and committed to professional development

Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues

Applications are welcomed from teachers on both the Main Pay Scale and Upper Pay Scale.

What's On Offer

A welcoming and supportive school environment

High-quality CPD and career development opportunities

Well-resourced classrooms

Strong potential for a permanent contract

How to Apply

This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Veritas Education on behalf of the school.

For further information or to apply, please contact Veritas Education directly. All applications and enquiries will be handled in strict confidence.

Veritas Education and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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 interviewVeritas 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