KS1 Teacher

Randstad Education; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Dedicated local consultant

Flexible availability

Direct local connections with schools

Job summary

Randstad Education is partnering with West Norfolk primary schools to recruit KS1 teachers in King's Lynn and surrounding areas. Opportunities range from day-to-day cover to fixed-term or full-year placements, with emphasis on continuity, class ownership and student progress.

Ideal candidates hold QTS and can deliver high-quality phonics in KS1, with a warm classroom presence and strong communication skills. DBS checks are required and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised UK teaching qualification.
• Strong curriculum knowledge across Key Stage 1 and confidence in delivering phonics and foundational maths.
• Warm, confident classroom management and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with staff, pupils and parents.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check (Update Service preferred).

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging KS1 lessons across Years 1 and 2.
• Create a warm, inclusive classroom aligned with school policies.
• Effectively deliver systematic phonics to build reading/writing confidence.
• Differentiate resources for diverse learning needs including SEND and high attainment.
• Leave clear handover notes for regular class teachers on day-to-day cover.
• For long-term roles: lead planning, assessment and parental communications.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge KS1

Phonics delivery

Differentiation

Communication skills

Behaviour management

DBS Update Service willingness

Education

QTS or recognised UK teaching qualification

Job description

Key Stage 1 (KS1) Primary Teacher - King's Lynn & Surrounding Areas

Are you an inspiring, enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Primary Teacher looking for a better work-life balance or aiming to build strong connections with schools across West Norfolk? Whether you are seeking the total freedom and flexibility of day-to-day cover, or looking for the rewarding continuity and class ownership of a long-term placement, we have fantastic opportunities tailored to your schedule.

We are currently partnering with a welcoming network of primary schools and academies in King's Lynn and across the surrounding West Norfolk communities. We are experiencing high demand for engaging QTS primary specialists to teach across Year 1 and Year 2.

Whether you are an experienced KS1 Primary Teacher looking to step back from full-time responsibilities, a subject-confident educator open to flexible supply, or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to gain broad experience and build relationships across local schools, we can help you find your ideal setup.

Choose Your Ideal Way of Working:

• Day-to-Day Cover: Enjoy complete control over your working week with total flexibility. Choose the exact days you want to work to perfectly balance your personal commitments, family life, or hobbies while exploring different primary settings in King's Lynn.

• Long-Term Opportunities: For those seeking routine and the chance to build strong, supportive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents, we offer fixed-term placements spanning a term or a full academic year. These roles allow you to embed yourself fully within a school community, lead a class team, and drive student progress over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons across Key Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2) that spark imagination, nurture early literacy and numeracy skills, and support foundational learning.

• Create a warm, positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment using supportive behaviour management strategies in line with individual school policies.

• Integrate systematic synthetic phonics (such as Little Wandle, Read Write Inc., or Phonics Play) effectively to build early reading and writing confidence.

• Differentiate learning resources and continuous provision activities to support pupils with diverse learning needs, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or high prior attainment.

• Leave clear, constructive handover notes for regular class teachers when fulfilling day-to-day cover assignments.

• For long-term roles: take on full teaching responsibilities, including planning, assessment, tracking pupil progress against National Curriculum targets (including Phonics Screening Check preparation), attending department meetings, and participating in parents' evenings as required.

What We Look For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or recognised UK teaching qualification).

• Strong curriculum knowledge across Key Stage 1, alongside confidence in delivering early phonics and foundational maths skills.

• Warm, confident classroom management skills and an adaptable, proactive approach.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport quickly with staff, young pupils, and parents.

• A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).

Benefits of Working With Us:

• Competitive daily rates of pay, processed weekly and reflective of your experience level and role commitments.

• A dedicated local consultant with deep knowledge of the primary education sector in King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

• Complete flexibility to set and update your availability on your own terms.

• Direct networking opportunities with top local primary schools, frequently leading to direct contract and permanent offers.

We are strictly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be required to undergo comprehensive vetting, reference checks, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.