Year 1 And 2 Teacher

Bridge Education; Preston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing primary school in Preston is seeking a dedicated Year 1/2 Teacher to join their team. The role involves working with small class sizes and supporting pupils with behavioural needs, providing a safe and engaging learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong behaviour management skills and be able to build positive relationships with children. This permanent position requires creativity and resilience, aiming to foster both academic growth and personal development in a supportive school atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must be a strong team player.
• Skilled in maintaining a calm and consistent approach.
• Able to apply EYFS practices to early primary learners.

Responsibilities

• Join a nurturing primary school as a Year 1/2 Teacher.
• Support pupils' academic and social development.
• Work with small class sizes, providing personalized learning.

Skills

Excellent behaviour management

Experience with behavioural or SEMH needs

Skilled in de‑escalation

Nurturing and building positive relationships

Adaptable and resilient

Delivering differentiated learning

Confident in EYFS practices

Clear communicator

Job description

A Headteacher at a warm and nurturing primary school in Preston is looking for a dedicated Year 1/2 Teacher to join their team as soon as possible on a permanent basis. The school provides consistency, clear boundaries and a safe, calm environment where pupils feel settled and able to thrive. Set against a rural backdrop with a broad and varied curriculum, the school helps pupils develop a strong understanding of social expectations and, most importantly, themselves. High expectations and a belief in every child underpin their approach, leading to strong engagement across both academic and social development.

About the School

• Primary SEN setting (predominantly behavioural needs)
• All pupils have an EHCP
• Small class sizes: 8 pupils per class with 2 TAs

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:

• A strong team player with excellent behaviour management
• Experienced or confident working with pupils with behavioural or SEMH needs
• Skilled in de‑escalation and maintaining a calm, consistent approach
• Child‑centred, nurturing and able to build positive, trusting relationships
• Adaptable, resilient and emotionally robust
• Skilled in delivering differentiated and personalised learning to meet EHCP targets
• Confident in EYFS practice and able to apply it to early primary learners
• A clear and confident communicator with staff, parents and external professionals

Desired:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

About Bridge Education

Bridge Education is a trusted and long‑established education recruitment agency, specialising in placing Teachers, Teaching Assistants, HLTAs, Cover Supervisors and Nursery Nurses across Lancashire, Cumbria, Wigan, Blackburn with Darwen and Blackpool.

Our friendly and experienced team is committed to finding the right school for you and supporting your long‑term career goals.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. As part of our registration process, we carry out all necessary compliance checks, including references, a video interview and an enhanced DBS check (if not already on the Update Service).