Year 5 Teacher – Inner-City Leeds | September 2026 Start

Year 5 Teacher – Inner-City Leeds | September 2026 Start We are currently recruiting a committed and motivated Year 5 Teacher to work in a welcoming inner-city primary school in Leeds from September 2026. This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about raising attainment, building strong relationships, and making a meaningful impact in a diverse school community. You will be supporting pupils as they develop higher-level Key Stage 2 skills in preparation for Year 6. What we offer: Competitive daily pay rates Flexible working to suit your availability Opportunities for permanent placements Supportive senior leadership, SEND, and pastoral teams Ongoing work in Leeds and surrounding areasYour responsibilities: Plan and deliver engaging Year 5 lessons in line with the National Curriculum Support pupils with a range of academic, social, and emotional needs Raise attainment in core subjects, particularly reading, writing, and maths Differentiate learning to meet the needs of mixed-ability learners, including SEND and EAL pupils Use positive and consistent behaviour management strategies Work closely with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, and pastoral staff Track pupil progress and deliver targeted interventions where required Create a positive, inclusive, and aspirational classroom environmentRequirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Experience teaching Year 5 or Upper Key Stage 2 Strong classroom and behaviour management skills Secure understanding of the KS2 curriculum and assessment expectations Excellent communication, resilience, and adaptability✅ This role is also open to Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with appropriate support. For more information, please get in touch with the Leeds team at Castle Education