Primary Teacher Y1

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Preston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Support from education consultant

12-month contract

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive mainstream primary school in Fulwood, Preston, to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Class Teacher for a full-time, fixed-term 12-month position commencing in January 2027.

The successful candidate will take on full class responsibility, including planning, preparation, assessment and parent communication, while becoming an integral member of the school's Key Stage 1 team.

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• Experience teaching EYFS or KS1 is essential.
• Strong understanding of Year 1 curriculum and child development.
• Proven ability to deliver phonics and support early reading attainment.
• Excellent classroom management and high expectations for learning and behaviour.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Commitment to maintaining a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Full-time teaching in a Year 1 class.
• Lead planning, preparation and assessment responsibilities.
• Deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with KS1 curriculum.
• Lead high-quality phonics teaching to support early reading.
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching to meet learners' needs.
• Foster a positive, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and support staff for best pupil outcomes.

Skills

QTS

EYFS/KS1 experience

Phonics

Classroom management

Pupil relationship building

Collaboration with staff

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Year 1 Class Teacher

Fulwood, Preston

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (12 Months)

Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS)

Application Deadline: 10th November 2026

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive mainstream primary school in Fulwood, Preston, to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Class Teacher for a full-time, long-term position commencing in January 2027.

This opportunity has arisen due to a planned staff absence and will run for a period of 12 months. The successful candidate will take on full class responsibility, including planning, preparation, assessment, and parent communication, while becoming an integral member of the school's Key Stage 1 team.

The school is seeking a teacher who can provide consistency, high-quality teaching and effective early years learning foundations during this important stage of pupils' education.

The Role

• Full-time teaching position within a Year 1 class.
• Full planning, preparation and assessment responsibilities.
• Deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 curriculum.
• Lead high-quality phonics teaching to support early reading development.
• Monitor and track pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet the needs of all learners.
• Foster a positive, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and support staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

The Classroom

The successful candidate will benefit from the support of a full-time, experienced Teaching Assistant, who plays a key role in classroom learning, intervention delivery, behaviour support and pupil wellbeing. This established support structure provides an excellent environment in which to deliver high-quality teaching and ensure all children can thrive.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (UK QTS).
• Experience teaching young children within EYFS or Key Stage 1.
• A strong understanding of the Year 1 curriculum and child development.
• Proven ability to deliver excellent phonics sessions and support early reading attainment.
• Strong classroom management skills and high expectations for learning and behaviour.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Commitment to maintaining a supportive and engaging learning environment.

The School

• Welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Fulwood.
• Supportive and approachable senior leadership team.
• Collaborative staff culture with a strong team ethos.
• Well-resourced learning environment.
• Commitment to pupil wellbeing, achievement and personal development.

What We Offer

• Salary paid in line with the Main Pay Scale.
• A secure, full-time teaching role for 12 months.
• Opportunity to take ownership of a Year 1 class within a supportive school.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Access to continued professional development opportunities.

Applications close on 10th November 2026.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.