KS2 Teacher

Year 5 Teacher (Fridays Only) | Part-Time

St Albans, Hertfordshire
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Fixed-Term Contract | Fridays Only
MPS (London Fringe): £34,397 - £52,488 (FTE)
Trial Days Available

A welcoming and highly regarded primary school in St Albans is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Year 5 Teacher to join their team on a part-time basis (Fridays only) from 1st September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Key Stage 2 teacher seeking a flexible teaching role within a supportive and successful school. You will work alongside an experienced Year 6 team, helping to provide consistency, challenge, and high-quality learning experiences as pupils prepare for their transition to secondary school.

The school is currently arranging trial days for shortlisted candidates, giving prospective teachers the opportunity to experience the school, meet the staff, and see whether the role is the right fit.

The Role

You will be responsible for teaching a Year 5 class every Friday, delivering engaging and well-planned lessons that maintain continuity of learning across the week. Working collaboratively with the parallel class teacher and wider Key Stage 2 team, you will ensure pupils remain motivated, supported, and challenged to achieve their full potential.

We Are Looking For

Qualified Teachers (QTS) with recent Key Stage 2 experience, ideally in Year 5
Confident classroom practitioners who deliver engaging and creative lessons
Experience supporting pupils with a range of learning needs, including SEND
Teachers with high expectations for pupil achievement, behaviour, and wellbeing
Excellent communicators who work effectively as part of a collaborative team
Enthusiastic professionals who are passionate about making a positive difference to children's education

What the School Offers

Trial days before interview
A welcoming and supportive leadership team
Well-behaved, enthusiastic, and motivated pupils
Excellent classroom resources and facilities
Ongoing professional development opportunities
A positive and collaborative working environment where staff are genuinely valued

Apply Today

The school is arranging trial days and interviews as applications are received and is keen to appoint the right teacher as soon as possible. Early applications are encouraged, as the position may be filled before a formal closing date.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, submit your CV today.

For further information or to arrange a trial day, contact Carlo Randazzo at Tradewind Recruitment's St Albans office on (phone number removed) or email