Job Description New Directions Education is recruiting for an experienced Year 6 Teacher to join a supportive and welcoming primary school in Birkenhead. This is a long-term position starting January 2026, ideal for a skilled practitioner confident in upper KS2. Start Date: January 2026
Location: Birkenhead
Duration: Long-term (full academic term, with strong potential for extension) About the Role:
The school is seeking a committed and enthusiastic teacher to take full responsibility for their Year 6 class. With SATs preparation ahead, the ideal candidate will be confident in delivering high-quality teaching, supporting pupil progress, and maintaining a positive classroom environment. Key Responsibilities:
– Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons
– Preparing pupils for end-of-year assessments
– Tracking and monitoring pupil progress
– Maintaining strong classroom management
– Building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff
– Working collaboratively as part of the KS2 team We’re Looking For:
– Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
– Strong experience in Upper KS2, ideally Year 6
– Confident delivering curriculum content leading up to SATs
– A proactive, reliable and enthusiastic approach
– Someone ready to fully immerse themselves in school life If you’re ready to take on a rewarding Year 6 role this January, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and secure your long-term teaching position for 2026. Job Specification
Your role as a Key Stage 2 (KS2) Primary Teacher in the age group of your speciality will be varied and at times challenging. But we doubt you’ll find a more satisfying career where your main objectives will be to develop the children and prepare them for the next stage.
As a Primary School Key Stage 2 Teacher you’ll be expected to: Teach all areas of the school curriculum
Organise the classroom and learning resources to create a positive teaching environment
Plan, prepare and teach lessons that cater for all student ability ranges
Motivate pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation
Maintain discipline
Meet requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils’ development
Coordinate activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area
Stay up to date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum
Liaise with colleagues and working flexibly, particularly within smaller schools. What New Directions Education Ltd offers: A dedicated and expert Account Manager Regular and varied supply work Competitive rates of pay Potential long-term teaching roles Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR) A network of branches across the UK Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK Recommend-a-friend scheme Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Wirral branch. New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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