KS2 Year 5 Teacher – Phonics & Reading Support

Company: New Directions Holdings Limited
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Location: Knowsley
Job Description:

A large, two-form entry primary school in Huyton is on the lookout for an experienced, or newly qualified, primary School teacher to work in a Year 3 class on a full-time basis. As a result of a strong and supportive senior leadership team, the school has very little turnover in their teaching department. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher at the beginning of their career to develop within a supportive and nurturing environment.

We are open to receiving applications from Early Years Teachers (ECTs) and more experienced.

The Role

  • Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons for a Year 5 class in line with the national curriculum
  • Create a positive, inclusive, and well-structured classroom environment
  • Deliver daily phonics sessions, using the Read Write Inc. programme (training can be provided)
  • Prepare pupils for the Year 5 phonics screening check with support from the KS2 Lead

The Ideal Candidate

  • Holds (or is on track to achieve) Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Is an Early Career Teacher looking to complete their induction
  • Plan, prepare and teach lessons that cater for all student ability ranges.
  • Is committed to supporting pupils in early reading and phonics development

Requirements

  • References covering the last 5 years
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

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Posted: June 1st, 2026