Primary Teacher - Leicester - January 2027 Start

Aspire People; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: £150-£170/day

January 2027 start

Full-time teaching roles

Leicester schools network

Consultant support

Job summary

Aspire People is assisting Leicester primary schools in recruiting motivated teachers for January 2027 starts. Roles require QTS, strong primary curriculum knowledge, and the ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons.

These full-time positions offer competitive daily pay (£150-£170), ongoing support from Aspire People, and opportunities across multiple Leicester schools. Apply now for a January start in 2027.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential for the role.
• Experience in a primary school setting is required.
• Strong knowledge of the primary national curriculum is expected.
• Ability to plan and deliver lessons independently is needed.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Take responsibility for the teaching and learning of a primary class.
• Assess, monitor and track pupil progress.
• Differentiate lessons to meet diverse learner needs.
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, colleagues and senior leaders.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching

Curriculum knowledge

Lesson planning

Behaviour management

Student development

Reliability & organisation

DBS check

Education

QTS certification

Job description

Primary Teacher – Leicester – January 2027 Start

Recruitment Agency: Aspire People

Location: Leicester

Pay Rate: 150- 170 per day (depending on role and experience)

Start Date: January 2027

Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday - Friday

Aspire People are currently recruiting passionate and dedicated Primary Teachers for opportunities across Leicester, starting in January 2027.

Are you an enthusiastic and committed teacher looking for your next opportunity? Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to develop your career, we would love to hear from you!

We are working with welcoming primary schools across Leicester who are looking for teachers to deliver engaging lessons, inspire pupils and make a positive impact on their learning and development.

Please note: These roles will include full teaching responsibilities, including lesson planning, preparation and assessment.

The Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Take responsibility for the teaching and learning of a primary class.
• Assess, monitor and track pupil progress.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of all learners.
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues and senior leadership.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of the primary national curriculum.
• Confident planning and delivering lessons independently.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
• Reliable, organised and enthusiastic.
• Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one.

What Aspire People Offer

• Competitive daily rates of 150- 170, depending on the role and experience.
• January 2027 start dates.
• Full-time teaching opportunities.
• Opportunities across primary schools in Leicester.
• Dedicated support from your Aspire People consultant.
• Access to a range of exciting teaching 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.