Position: Year 6 Teacher
Location: Reading
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stage: KS2 (Year 6)

Year 6 Teaching Role in a Primary School

A welcoming and well-regarded primary school in Reading is seeking to appoint a Year 6 Teacher to join its team from September. This is a full-time role within a supportive school that values high-quality teaching, strong pupil outcomes, and a nurturing learning environment.

Year 6 plays a key role within the school, supporting pupils as they prepare for transition to secondary education while building confidence, independence, and resilience.

About the Role

You will teach a Year 6 class, delivering engaging and well-structured lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum while preparing pupils for SATs and transition to secondary school.

The role includes supporting pupils in developing confidence in English, Mathematics, Reading, and wider curriculum subjects through creative and differentiated teaching.

You will create an inclusive classroom environment where pupils feel supported, challenged, and motivated to achieve their full potential.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and school leadership to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 6 class across the KS2 curriculum

• Prepare pupils for SATs and secondary school transition

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons

• Assess pupil progress and provide clear, constructive feedback

• Maintain accurate records and monitor attainment

• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment

• Support pupils’ personal, social, and emotional development

• Contribute to wider school life and curriculum initiatives

The School Environment

This primary school in Reading provides a caring and supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

Staff work collaboratively to ensure strong academic outcomes while prioritising pupil wellbeing and positive relationships.

Leadership values professional development, teamwork, and high-quality teaching.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching within Key Stage 2

• Strong understanding of the Year 6 curriculum and SATs preparation

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Commitment to creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment

Desirable

• Experience teaching Year 6

• Experience supporting pupils through SATs preparation

• Ability to contribute to wider school initiatives or extracurricular activities

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Year 6 Teacher role in Reading starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.