Primary Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment - September 2026

Key Stage 2 - Brent, Inner London - Full-time or Part-time

Salary (Inner London MPS)

-40,317 - -52,300

Daily rate (approx.)

-207 - -268/day

Pay structure

Weekly PAYE only

Start date

September 2026

Are you a QTS-qualified KS2 teacher who thrives on preparing pupils for the demands of upper primary? Join a Year 5 team in Brent and help your class build the skills, stamina and confidence they need heading into their final primary year.

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with primary schools across Brent to find an experienced Year 5 Teacher for September 2026. Positions are available on a full-time or part-time basis.

Year 5 is a pivotal year of preparation. You will deliver the KS2 National Curriculum with high expectations across reading, writing, mathematics and the wider curriculum, building pupils'' independence, analytical thinking and academic resilience ahead of Year 6.

You will monitor and respond to pupil progress data, deliver targeted interventions where needed, and work collaboratively with teaching assistants and SENCO colleagues to ensure every pupil - including those with SEND and EAL - is stretching towards their potential. Schools value teachers who bring ambition and energy to Year 5 and who set high but achievable expectations from day one.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• Solid KS2 teaching experience, ideally in Years 4-6
• High subject knowledge across the primary curriculum, particularly English and mathematics
• Confident in preparing pupils for upper KS2 expectations and the step up to Year 6
• Skilled in differentiation and targeted intervention for SEND, EAL and mixed-ability groups
• Data-driven approach to monitoring progress and planning next steps
• Strong behaviour management with an aspirational, growth mindset approach
• Up-to-date safeguarding and child protection knowledge

• Transparent PAYE pay - weekly, with no umbrella companies or hidden deductions
• Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College from day one
• Real local knowledge of Brent schools and their leadership teams
• Dedicated consultant support from your first conversation through to the end of your placement

Ready to find the right school for you?

Get in touch with Tradewind Recruitment today. We will take the time to understand your experience and match you with a Brent school where you will thrive.

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Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right-to-work verification.