Key stage 1 Teacher Maternity Cover

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Key Stage 1 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Burnley on a maternity cover contract starting January 2027.

The role focuses on creating an engaging, inclusive classroom where children feel supported and motivated to reach their best. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher with strong KS1 placement, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 1
• Strong classroom management skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, engaging lessons that inspire a love of learning
• Assess, monitor and support pupil progress
• Create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Work closely with colleagues, support staff and parents to ensure the best outcomes for pupils
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

Skills

QTS

KS1 experience

classroom management

lesson planning

pupil progress

communication skills

team player

safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Full-Time | January 2027 Start | Burnley

A welcoming and supportive primary school in Burnley is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teacher to join the team on a maternity cover contract from January 2027.

We are looking for a teacher who can create a positive and engaging classroom environment where children feel encouraged, supported and motivated to achieve their best. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly school community that places children at the heart of everything it does.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher with strong Key Stage 1 placement experience, we would love to hear from you.

As a Key Stage 1 Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver creative, engaging lessons that inspire a love of learning
• Assess, monitor and support pupil progress
• Create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Work closely with colleagues, support staff and parents to ensure the best outcomes for pupils
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience teaching within Key Stage 1
• Demonstrates strong classroom management skills
• Is passionate about supporting children's academic and personal development
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Is a positive team player with a proactive approach
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Friendly and enthusiastic pupils
• Well-resourced classrooms and learning environments
• Opportunities for professional development
• A positive school culture where teamwork is valued

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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.
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