Join a well-regarded Cheltenham primary school as a permanent Year 6 Teacher and play a key role in preparing pupils for the transition to secondary education. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a high-performing class, drive strong academic outcomes, and foster confident, resilient learners in their final year of primary school.

About the Role:

You will take full responsibility for a Year 6 class, planning and delivering engaging lessons across the curriculum that secure progress and readiness for Key Stage 3. Working closely with colleagues and leadership, you will contribute to whole-school standards, assessment, and enrichment activities, ensuring pupils are challenged, supported, and motivated to achieve their best.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons that meet National Curriculum expectations for Year 6.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, establishing clear routines and a positive learning environment.
• Use ongoing assessment to track pupil progress, identify gaps, and adapt teaching to secure strong outcomes, including end-of-Key Stage assessments.
• Provide targeted support and challenge to pupils with diverse learning needs, including SEND, EAL, and higher attainers.
• Maintain accurate records of pupil attainment and progress, contributing to data analysis and reporting to senior leaders.
• Communicate regularly with parents and carers, providing clear feedback on pupil progress and supporting home–school partnership.
• Contribute to planning meetings, moderation activities, and wider school initiatives as an active member of the staff team.
• Organise and support educational visits, transition activities, and enrichment opportunities relevant to the Year 6 curriculum.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience teaching in Key Stage 2, with specific experience in Year 6 or upper KS2 strongly preferred.
• Strong classroom management skills, with the ability to maintain high expectations and a calm, purposeful learning environment.
• Demonstrable expertise in lesson planning and curriculum delivery aligned to the National Curriculum.
• Ability to differentiate effectively to meet a wide range of learning needs and styles.
• Confident use of formative and summative assessment to inform planning and raise attainment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to whole-school improvement.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience preparing pupils for SATs and managing the demands of the Year 6 assessment cycle.
• Familiarity with current KS2 pedagogical approaches and intervention strategies.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND through tailored strategies and liaison with external agencies.
• Competence using educational technology to enhance teaching and learning.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
• Degree in Education or a relevant subject area – essential.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in primary education or KS2 – desirable.
• Additional training in SEND, behaviour management, or curriculum leadership – desirable.

If you are a committed Year 6 practitioner ready to make a lasting impact in a Cheltenham school, please submit your application for immediate consideration.