Primary Teacher

Are you an enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher with a passion for inspiring young learners?

If you're committed to delivering engaging, inclusive and high-quality teaching that encourages pupils to achieve their full potential, Teaching Personnel would love to hear from you.

Location: Cardiff
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: £172.98 per day 

The Role

Teaching Personnel is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 5 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Cardiff for a long-term position from September.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a vibrant Year 5 classroom while delivering high-quality teaching that supports pupils' academic progress, personal development and wellbeing. You will create a stimulating and engaging learning environment where pupils are encouraged to become confident, independent learners as they continue through Key Stage 2.

Working closely with teaching assistants, the ALNCO and the wider school team, you'll support pupils with a range of learning needs, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed through well-planned, engaging lessons and targeted support.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that inspire and challenge Year 5 pupils.
• Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment that promotes excellent learning and behaviour.
• Differentiate teaching to meet the individual needs of all pupils, including those with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, the ALNCO and wider school staff to provide effective support.
• Assess, monitor and track pupils' progress, using assessment outcomes to inform future planning and teaching.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues to support academic achievement and personal development.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience, independence and a positive attitude towards learning.

About You

We are looking for a teacher who is:

• A qualified teacher
• Passionate about helping pupils achieve their full potential.
• Confident in delivering an engaging and challenging curriculum that prepares pupils for upper Key Stage 2.
• Committed to creating an inclusive classroom that supports pupils with a range of learning needs.
• Patient, enthusiastic and highly organised, with excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Able to commit to a full-time, long-term role.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Current Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration.
• An Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

If you don't currently hold an Enhanced DBS or EWC registration, Teaching Personnel can support you through the application process (fees may apply).

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive weekly pay in line with the Welsh Framework.
• A dedicated Primary Education Consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• £50 referral bonus for every successful educator you recommend.
• Access to our easy-to-use app for managing bookings, timesheets and payslips.

Apply Today

If you're an enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils during this important stage of their primary education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply with your most recent CV, or contact Lucie on 02921 152423 for an informal discussion about the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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