Primary Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Upholland; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD opportunities

Supportive school environment

Career growth opportunities

Statutory holiday pay included

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Key Stage 1 Class Teacher for a mainstream primary school in Skelmersdale (WN8). The role is full-time, fixed-term for the remainder of the academic year, starting October 2026. You will teach Year 1 or Year 2, delivering engaging lessons and working with the school team.

The school offers a supportive environment, CPD opportunities, and a competitive day-rate (£140-£260) with weekly pay. Experience in KS1, QTS or ECT, and phonics knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or ECT.
• Recent KS1 teaching experience in a UK primary school.
• Strong knowledge of KS1 curriculum, assessment, and phonics.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated KS1 lessons.
• Assess and record pupil progress per school and national standards.
• Create an inclusive, positive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues, TAs and support staff.
• Maintain high behaviour and learning expectations.
• Contribute to school life, including parent engagement and events.
• Uphold safeguarding and child-protection policies.

Skills

QTS or ECT

KS1 experience

Phonics knowledge

Communication skills

Pastoral care

Job description

Mainstream Primary School - Skelmersdale (WN8)

Start Date: Oct 2026

Contract: Fixed Term (Full Academic Year)

Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time (Term Time Only)

Pay: £140 - £260 per day

Are you an enthusiastic and committed primary teacher with a passion for Key Stage 1 education?

Do you have the creativity and drive to inspire young learners and help them reach their full potential?

A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Skelmersdale (WN8) is seeking to appoint a Key Stage 1 Class Teacher to join their team from October 2026. This full-time, fixed-term position is for the remainder of the academic year and offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive school community.

About the Role:

You will take full responsibility for teaching a Key Stage 1 class (Year 1 or Year 2, depending on school needs), delivering engaging and inclusive lessons across the national curriculum. The successful candidate will be supported by a dedicated team of teaching assistants, subject leads, and senior staff who are committed to promoting high standards and pupil wellbeing.

You will be expected to plan, assess, and deliver high-quality learning experiences that meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND and EAL.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons across all areas of the Key Stage 1 curriculum
• Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress in line with school and national expectations
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that supports learning and development
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants, and support staff to meet the needs of all pupils
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including parent engagement, enrichment activities, and school events
• Uphold the school's safeguarding and child protection policies

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or ECT
• Recent experience teaching in Key Stage 1 within a UK primary school
• Strong knowledge of the Key Stage 1 national curriculum, assessment frameworks, and phonics
• A nurturing and adaptable approach to behaviour management and pastoral care
• Excellent communication, organisational, and classroom management skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children's academic and personal development
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils

We Offer:

• Competitive pay: £140 - £260 per day
• Weekly pay
• A supportive and collaborative school environment
• Opportunities for CPD and professional growth
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young learners
• 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.
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