Class Teacher- Year 1 (not suitable for ECTs)

Quest (A Church Of England Schools Trust); Wigan; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Day

Professional development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Play Pals childcare discount

Job summary

Quest (A Church Of England Schools Trust) is seeking a dedicated Key Stage 1 teacher to inspire and challenge every pupil, delivering high-quality teaching in a nurturing environment. You will plan engaging lessons, monitor progress using data, and collaborate with colleagues, parents, and the Trust to support pupil development and wellbeing.

We value reflective practitioners who embrace inclusive teaching, safeguarding, and continuous professional growth.

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching and eager to inspire pupils to achieve their best
• Committed to continuous professional growth and open to embracing innovative teaching practises
• Skilled in creating inclusive and engaging learning experiences that cater to diverse needs
• Confident in using data and assessment to inform planning and support pupil progress
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents
• Resilient, adaptable, and collaborative, with a genuine desire to contribute to a supportive team culture
• Aligned with our values and dedicated to nurturing the whole child within a strong ethos

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners, including those who are more able and those with additional needs
• Use data effectively to monitor progress and set ambitious targets to raise standards
• Foster a positive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment where pupils feel valued and motivated
• Collaborate closely with colleagues, parents, and the wider Trust to support pupil development and wellbeing
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum and school improvement initiatives
• Embrace the Trust’s ethos and uphold our commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

Job description

About the Role

As a Key Stage 1 teacher you will be a vital part of our team, delivering high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges every pupil. You will:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners, including those who are more able and those with additional needs
• Use data effectively to monitor progress and set ambitious targets to raise standards
• Foster a positive, safe, and stimulating classroom environment where pupils feel valued and motivated
• Collaborate closely with colleagues, parents, and the wider Trust to support pupil development and wellbeing
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum and school improvement initiatives
• Embrace the Trust’s ethos and uphold our commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

This role offers you the chance to be a role model, a leader in your classroom, and an advocate for excellence in education.

About You

We are looking for an outstanding teacher who is:

• Passionate about teaching and eager to inspire pupils to achieve their best
• Committed to continuous professional growth and open to embracing innovative teaching practises
• Skilled in creating inclusive and engaging learning experiences that cater to diverse needs
• Confident in using data and assessment to inform planning and support pupil progress
• Able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents
• Resilient, adaptable, and collaborative, with a genuine desire to contribute to a supportive team culture
• Aligned with our values and dedicated to nurturing the whole child within a strong ethos

If you have a proven track record of effective teaching and a drive to develop both professionally and personally, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• A dedicated Wellness Day—an additional day of leave to focus on your wellbeing
• Comprehensive professional development opportunities to support your growth as a senior leader
• Access to cycle to work scheme and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Pension scheme and supportive working environment within a forward-thinking Trust
• Discount at Play Pals Childcare
• See our benefits brochure for further details