Year 6 Teacher


Company:	Step Teachers Ltd
Salary:	£174 to £240 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Brandon, IP27 0FP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	20 Nov 2026

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Summary

Year 6 Teacher

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity January 2027 Start Available

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and successful primary school in Suffolk for an experienced and dedicated Year 6 Teacher. The school is specifically seeking a teacher with prior Year 6 experience, and applications from ECTs will not be considered for this position.

This is a thriving primary school for pupils aged 3–11, with nursery provision and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality education within a nurturing and inclusive environment. The school serves a diverse community and places a strong emphasis on pupil achievement, wellbeing, and personal development.

Recent Ofsted inspections have recognised the school's strengths in providing a positive learning environment and supporting pupils to achieve their full potential.

Duties as Year 6 Teacher:

Lead a Year 6 class and deliver engaging lessons across the upper Key Stage 2 curriculum
Prepare pupils for end-of-Key Stage 2 assessments and transition to secondary school
Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality learning opportunities
Monitor and track pupil progress effectively
Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
Maintain high expectations for behaviour, attainment, and achievement
Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community

Ideal Year 6 Teacher:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Previous Year 6 teaching experience is highly desirable
ECTs are not suitable for this role
Strong understanding of Upper Key Stage 2 expectations and assessment requirements
Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
Ability to raise attainment and support pupil progress
Strong communication and organisational skills
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £50 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!

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