EYFS/KS2 Teacher Bacup

Teaching Personnel; Bacup; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Bacup is seeking an experienced, fully qualified EYFS/KS1 teacher for a 1-form entry primary school. The role is full-time and until the end of the academic year, with potential for a permanent contract from September 2027.

The successful candidate will deliver a mix of early years and KS1 lessons, have QTS, and ideally experience with Read Write Inc. and high-quality phonics. You'll foster a nurturing classroom and strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS and have recent experience in EYFS and/or KS1.
• Strong understanding of child development and early learning.
• Experience delivering Read Write Inc. (RWI) is highly desirable.
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons and assess pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons for EYFS/KS1.
• Deliver high-quality phonics sessions, preferably using RWI.
• Create nurturing, well-organised classrooms and build positive relationships with pupils and parents.
• Use assessments to support attainment and progression.

Skills

Phonics expertise

RWI experience

EYFS/KS1 teaching

Assessment for learning

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

EYFS / KS1 Mixed Class Teacher – Full Time

Bacup
Start Date: After October Half Term
Full Time
Contract until the end of the academic year, with the potential to secure a permanent school contract from September 2027

We are currently recruiting for an experienced, fully qualified teacher to join a welcoming and supportive 1-form entry primary school in Bacup.

This exciting opportunity is for an EYFS / KS1 mixed class, making it ideal for a teacher with a strong understanding of Early Years and Key Stage 1 pedagogy. The school is looking for someone with a real passion for early reading and phonics, with experience delivering Read Write Inc. (RWI) highly desirable.

The role will run until the end of the academic year, with the potential to secure a permanent contract with the school from September 2027.

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Have recent experience teaching in EYFS and/or Key Stage 1
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of child development and early learning
• Have proven experience delivering high-quality phonics sessions, ideally using Read Write Inc. (RWI)
• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and inclusive lessons that inspire young learners
• Use assessment effectively to support pupil progress and attainment
• Create a nurturing, stimulating and well‑organised classroom environment
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
• Be committed to ensuring every child reaches their full potential

• A welcoming and supportive 1-form entry school environment
• A friendly, collaborative and experienced staff team
• Enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
• Strong leadership and excellent professional development opportunities
• The potential to secure a permanent school contract from September 2027 for the right candidate

If you're an experienced and enthusiastic teacher with a passion for early years education and a strength in phonics, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

This advert is for a temporary position.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.