Job reference
Yr 6 Cant_1764928326
Company Name
Salary
£30000 - £40000 per annum + + Benefits
Location
Canterbury
Industry sector
Education
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
05/01/2026
Posted date
05/12/2025
Closing date
26/12/2025
Year 6 Teacher Canterbury
Academics are seeking a committed and inspiring Year 6 Teacher to join one of our excellent partner primary schools in Canterbury, East Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about supporting pupils through their final year of primary school and preparing them for a successful transition to secondary education.
Why Academics?
We're proud to be a local education agency with a personal, relationship-driven approach. By visiting our schools and teachers in person, we ensure the perfect match between educators and school environments.
What you'll do as a Year 6 Teacher:
* Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons tailored to upper KS2 learners
* Prepare pupils for SATs and the move to secondary school with confidence and resilience
* Create a positive, structured, and motivating classroom environment
* Work collaboratively with TAs and senior leaders to support progress and wellbeing
* Foster independence, critical thinking, and a love of learning
* Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and colleagues
What we're looking for:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) / Early Careers Teachers (ECT) welcome
* Experience teaching in KS2, ideally Year 6
* Strong classroom management and excellent organisational skills
* A proactive, supportive, and encouraging approach to teaching
* An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Apply Today
If you're a passionate Year 6 Teacher ready to make a real impact in a welcoming Canterbury school, we'd love to hear from you.