I am recruiting for a primary school based in Pendle looking for an experience Year 5 teacher to join the team in September 2026 to cover a maternity.
The successful candidate will be passionate about helping pupils achieve their full potential and creating an engaging, inclusive classroom environment.
This is a full-time position starting in September and is expected to continue on a long-term basis until February 2027.
The school prides itself on its nurturing and supportive ethos, placing a strong emphasis on respect, kindness, personal development, and high aspirations for all pupils. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where children feel valued, encouraged, and inspired to succeed.
- Have experience teaching within Key Stage 2
- Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons
- Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
- Have high expectations for behaviour and achievement
- Work effectively as part of a collaborative team
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
The school offers:
- A supportive and experienced senior leadership team
- Strong planning support across the year group
- A welcoming and inclusive school environment
- Well-resourced classrooms and learning spaces
- Opportunities for continued professional development
Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and confident ECTs with relevant KS2 placement experience.
Safeguarding:
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:
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.'
