KS1 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Redhill Academy Trust; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Scarcliffe Primary School, part of Redhill Academy Trust, invites applications for a KS1 Class Teacher (Year 1/2) on a 0.6FTE maternity cover starting November 2026. The successful candidate will nurture learners, deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum, and build strong foundations in literacy with a focus on phonics.

We value ambitious, reflective practitioners who collaborate with a supportive team to enable every child to flourish in a caring school community.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified teacher with KS1 experience.
• Strong understanding of phonics and early reading.
• Ability to assess and identify next steps to support progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a broad, knowledge-rich KS1 curriculum in a mixed Year 1/2 class.
• Support the development of early reading and phonics across the year group.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide inclusive, high-quality education.

Skills

Key Stage 1 education

Phonics and early reading

Assessment for learning

Job description

KS1 Class Teacher - Scarcliffe Primary School

Location: Scarcliffe Primary School, Fox Hill, Scarcliffe, Chesterfield, S44 6TH

Salary: Redhill Academy Trust teachers’ pay scale

Hours of work: 0.6FTE - Part Time - Maternity Cover

Required from: November 2026

At Scarcliffe Primary School , everyone strives to be their very best, now and in the future, and we are looking for colleagues who do the same. We are seeking an ambitious, caring and reflective professional to join our Year 1/2 team; someone who shares our belief that every child can succeed, has high expectations for all, and is committed to delivering an inclusive, knowledge-rich education that enables every pupil to flourish.

About you…

The successful candidate will be an ambitious, nurturing and skilled practitioner with a passion for Key Stage 1 education. They will have high expectations for all pupils, a strong understanding of early reading and phonics, and a commitment to ensuring every child develops the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to become a successful lifelong learner.

They will have a secure understanding of the teaching of phonics and early reading, recognising the importance of building strong foundations in literacy. They will use assessment effectively to identify pupils’ next steps, provide timely support and challenge, and ensure that all children become confident, fluent readers.

Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team, the successful candidate will deliver a broad, ambitious and knowledge-rich curriculum within a mixed-age Year 1/2 classroom. They will be passionate about providing rich experiences across the wider curriculum that spark curiosity, promote creativity and help children make meaningful connections in their learning. They will create a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where children feel safe, valued and inspired to achieve their very best.

This role would suit a reflective practitioner who embraces professional development, values teamwork and is eager to contribute to the wider life of our caring school community.

What we can offer…

At Scarcliffe Primary School we’re proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust , a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:

• A warm welcome and thorough induction
• Supportive teams and professional networks
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
• Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements

Our mission is simple:Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future.

We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities. Learn more: Redhill Academy Trust - Mission & Values

Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.