Year 5 Teacher (KS2) – Fixed Term Maternity Cover

LE2 Area, Leicester

Full Time | August 2026 – February 2027

£700 – £1,115 per week

Pay rates shown are dependent on qualifications and recent experience.

To apply, you must provide proof of your right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Connex Education Leicester is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in the LE2 area of Leicester to recruit a full-time Year 5 Teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover from August 2026 until February 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly school with a fantastic KS2 team, teaching a well-established Year 5 class. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering engaging lessons, supporting pupils’ academic progress, and contributing positively to the wider school community throughout the maternity cover.

Whether you’re an experienced KS2 teacher or an ECT with relevant placement experience, this role offers the chance to make a real impact within a collaborative and welcoming environment.

Assignment Details

• Full-time Year 5 Teacher (KS2)
• Fixed-term maternity cover
• August 2026 – February 2027
• Based at a primary school in the LE2 area of Leicester
• Planning, preparation, assessment and full classroom responsibilities
• Working alongside a supportive and experienced KS2 team

Benefits of Working with Connex Education

• Pay to Scale policy
• Weekly PAYE payments
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit (70+ CPD courses)
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Dedicated support from your Skill Development Manager
• Refer a friend scheme – receive £200 in vouchers for every successful referral who completes 10 days of work

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Recent experience teaching within Key Stage 2
• Experience teaching Upper KS2, ideally Year 5
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and learning
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

All offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and follows Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and relevant legislation.

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will be assessed solely on merit.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.