Teacher Year 1

Source Supply Teachers Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Year 1 Primary Teacher to join a supportive school in Chesterfield. This full-time role offers competitive daily pay between £125-£232.57 depending on experience. Ideal candidates will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), have experience in a school setting, and a positive attitude towards education. The agency values inclusivity and offers additional benefits including a £100 welcome bonus and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Pension contributions

Free CPD opportunities

Generous referral scheme

£100 welcome bonus

Qualifications

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Referenceable experience working in a school setting.
• Passionate about helping young people thrive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lesson plans to children based on school requirements.
• Communicate effectively with staff and students.
• Support children's individual strengths and development.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Excellent communication

Ability to deliver lesson plans

Passion for education

Job description

Overview

Role: Primary Teacher
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £125-£232.57 per day (Depending on experience and/or qualifications)
Contract: Jan 2026 – July 2026

About the role

Source Supply are seeking to appoint a full-time Year 1 teacher to join a local primary school in Chesterfield. This opportunity is open to both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Are you a passionate, creative educator who is ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners? This warm and inclusive school community values every child, nurturing their individual strengths and supporting them to reach their full potential. The school upholds high standards and offers a broad, balanced curriculum designed to inspire, engage, and develop confident, curious learners.

Requirements

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Have referenceable experience working in a school setting.
• Be passionate about education, with a desire to help young people thrive.
• Be comfortable delivering their own and pre-set lesson plans to range of children, dependant on the requirements of the school.
• Be an excellent communicator with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ideally hold a full, clean driving licence and have access to vehicle.

About Source Supply

Source Supply are local education recruitment specialists, with over 50 years’ experience working with schools and other education settings. We work closely with primary, secondary and SEND settings to recruit exceptional teachers, teaching assistants and other support staff for a range of day-to-day, short and long-term vacancies.

Source Supply welcome all applicants and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation.

What we offer

• Competitive rates of pay, paid PAYE on a weekly basis.
• Pension contributions, subject to a qualifying period.
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations).
• Free online and face-to-face CPD, plus regular social events
• Local, dedicated support from our experienced recruitment team.
• Generous referral scheme – earn £100 for each successful recommendation.
• A £100 welcome bonus for all staff. T&C apply.

How to apply

To join us as a teacher, apply via this website or email an up-to-date CV to [e-mail]. For an informal chat about the role, or more information about Source Supply, call 0114 3830022.