Year 6 Teacher - Barnet

Location: Barnet, North London
Job Title: Year 6 Class Teacher
Sector: Primary Education
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term (Permanent opportunities available)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: MPS/UPS (Outer London) – dependent on experience

About the School

A well-established, high-performing, and inclusive primary school in Barnet is seeking a motivated and confident Year 6 Teacher to join their Upper Key Stage 2 team. The school has a strong reputation within the local community for academic success, excellent behaviour, and a nurturing approach to pupil wellbeing.

The leadership team is experienced, visible, and highly supportive, with a clear focus on staff development and sustainable workload. Teachers are encouraged to collaborate, share best practice, and develop their professional interests. The school benefits from engaged families who work closely with staff to support pupils throughout their educational journey.

Year 6 is a well-supported year group within the school. Systems for assessment, intervention, and SATs preparation are well established, ensuring pupils are challenged while also supported emotionally during this important transition year. The school places strong emphasis on building resilience, independence, and confidence, preparing pupils effectively for secondary school life.

Classrooms are well-resourced, calm, and purposeful learning environments. Teaching assistants are experienced and work closely with teachers to deliver targeted interventions and classroom support.

About the Role

As the Year 6 Class Teacher , you will take responsibility for leading a Year 6 class through their final year of primary education. You will deliver high-quality teaching across the curriculum, with a particular focus on English and mathematics, while supporting pupils’ wider personal and social development.

You will work collaboratively with the Upper Key Stage 2 team, senior leaders, and support staff to plan engaging lessons, analyse pupil progress, and implement effective interventions. A balanced and child-centred approach to SATs preparation is central to the role, ensuring pupils feel confident, supported, and motivated.

This role is suitable for experienced Year 6 teachers or confident Key Stage 2 teachers who are ready to step into Upper KS2. Early Career Teachers with strong KS2 experience may also be considered with appropriate mentoring and support.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities as a Year 6 Teacher will include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Preparing pupils for end-of-Key-Stage assessments in a structured and supportive way
• Teaching reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and mathematics to a high standard
• Using formative and summative assessment to track pupil progress
• Analysing data to inform planning and targeted interventions
• Differentiating learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including SEND and EAL
• Creating a calm, focused, and inclusive classroom environment
• Promoting positive behaviour, independence, and resilience
• Working closely with teaching assistants to support learning and intervention groups
• Supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing and transition to secondary school
• Communicating effectively with parents and carers
• Contributing to staff meetings, moderation, and whole-school initiatives
• Upholding safeguarding, health, and safety procedures at all times

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking a Year 6 Teacher who demonstrates:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2
• Strong subject knowledge in English and mathematics
• Confidence using assessment data to inform teaching
• High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour
• Excellent classroom management skills
• A calm, organised, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Desirable but not essential:

• Previous Year 6 or SATs experience
• Subject leadership experience or interest
• Experience working in an Outer London school

Training, Support & Development

The school offers:

• A structured induction programme
• Ongoing mentoring and CPD
• SATs-focused training and assessment support
• Collaborative planning opportunities
• Clear pathways for career progression

Safeguarding Commitment

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and safeguarding training.

Why Apply?

• Supportive and experienced leadership
• Well-behaved, motivated pupils
• Clear and realistic SATs expectations
• Long-term role with permanent potential
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact