Primary School Teacher

Aspire People; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting Qualified Primary Teachers to work across Leicester and the surrounding areas. Roles include full-time, part-time, long-term and day-to-day supply with flexible options to suit availability and goals.

Qualified teachers with QTS and UK primary experience are desired. You’ll work in multiple local schools, focusing on safeguarding and pupil wellbeing while delivering high-quality education.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent is required.
• Experience teaching in a UK primary school is preferred.
• Strong classroom and behaviour-management skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities are important.
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and effective lessons.
• Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Manage behaviour effectively and maintain high expectations.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress.
• Differentiate lessons to meet learning needs.
• Mark and provide constructive feedback on pupils' work.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Follow school policies, including safeguarding procedures.
• Work closely with teaching assistants and other staff.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school where required.

Skills

QTS

UK primary teaching experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Qualified Primary Teacher - Leicester

Location: Leicester

Employer: Aspire People

Job Type: Full-time & Part-time Long-term & Day-to-Day Supply

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Aspire People are currently recruiting Qualified Primary Teachers to work across a range of primary schools in Leicester and the surrounding areas.

We have full-time, part-time, long-term and day-to-day supply opportunities available, offering flexibility to suit your availability, experience and career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and effective lessons.
• Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Manage behaviour effectively and maintain high expectations.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress.
• Differentiate lessons to meet individual learning needs.
• Mark and provide constructive feedback on pupils' work.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Follow school policies, including safeguarding procedures.
• Work closely with teaching assistants and other school staff.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school where required.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Previous experience teaching within a UK primary school.
• Strong classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Reliable, adaptable and professional.
• Committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Able to quickly adapt to different school environments.

Why Aspire People?

• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Long-term and day-to-day supply
• Flexible working options
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to a wide range of primary schools across Leicester
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Ongoing support throughout your placements
• Opportunities for permanent positions

Whether you're looking for flexible supply work, a long-term placement or your next permanent opportunity, Aspire People can help you find the right role.

All applicants are subject to appropriate safeguarding, compliance and vetting checks.

Who are Aspire People?

Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.

Why join Aspire People?

• Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
• Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
• Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
• Competitive pay with multiple payment options
• Refer a friend scheme which can earn 100- 250 per person
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.