Year 5 Teacher - Hackney option of TLR

Year 5 Teacher (Experienced) + TLR Opportunity
Location: Inner London Borough of Hackney
September 2026
Salary: M3 – UPS1 (Inner London) + TLR (for the right candidate)

An outstanding primary school in the Inner London Borough of Hackney is seeking an experienced and ambitious Year 5 Teacher to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about upper Key Stage 2 and is ready to take on additional responsibility, with a TLR available for the right candidate.

About the Role

• Full-time Year 5 class teacher role

• Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that inspire and challenge pupils

• Prepare pupils effectively for the transition to Year 6 and end-of-key-stage expectations

• Contribute to curriculum development and whole-school improvement

• Opportunity to take on a TLR, such as subject leadership or phase responsibility

The School

• An outstanding, high-performing primary school with a strong reputation

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team

• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn

• A collaborative staff culture with a strong focus on professional development

• Excellent resources and a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning

What We’re Looking For

• An experienced primary teacher with a strong track record in Key Stage 2

• High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour

• A reflective practitioner with a passion for continuous improvement

• The ability and ambition to take on additional leadership responsibility (for TLR consideration)

• Strong communication and organisational skills

What We Offer

• Inner London salary on the M3 – UPS1 scale, with TLR available for the right candidate £44,238 -£57,632

• A positive, supportive working environment

• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities

• The chance to make a significant impact within an outstanding school

If you are an experienced Year 5 teacher ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now – interviews are being arranged immediately.

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