Year 1 Class Teacher

Tessupply; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Part-time opportunity

Maternity cover for one term

CPD opportunities and professional dev

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

The Education Specialists in Bootle are seeking a Year 1 Part-Time Primary Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in January. This is a one-term maternity cover, part-time role, with a competitive daily rate and weekly PAYE payments.

Applicants should hold QTS and have experience in UK primary settings, particularly Year 1 or KS1. Enhanced DBS updates are required. The opportunity includes professional development and supportive guidance throughout placement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and UK primary classroom experience.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 1 lessons aligned to the KS1 curriculum.
• Differentiate teaching to meet a range of learning needs.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress, provide feedback.
• Safeguard pupils and uphold school policies.

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 1 Part-Time Primary Teacher – Bootle

The Education Specialists is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 1 Part-Time Primary Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Bootle, Sefton, starting in January. This is a part-time, temporary maternity cover position for one term, offering an excellent opportunity for a passionate Key Stage 1 teacher to support pupils during an important stage of their educational development.

The school has a strong focus on inclusive education, pupil progress and creating a positive learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. With a supportive staff team, collaborative approach to teaching and a commitment to developing confident, independent learners, this is an excellent opportunity for a Year 1 Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact within a well-established primary school.

Working within a friendly and nurturing school environment, the successful candidate will play an important role in supporting pupils as they continue their transition from Early Years into Key Stage 1, developing their literacy, numeracy and wider learning skills.

Year 1 Primary Teacher benefits:

• Competitive daily rate starting from £140-£180 (dependent on experience)
• PAYE paid weekly
• Part-time teaching opportunity
• One-term maternity cover starting in January
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a supportive primary school
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• £150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply)

Year 1 Primary Teacher role requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching within a UK primary school setting
• Previous experience teaching Year 1 or Key Stage 1 is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of the KS1 national curriculum
• Understanding of the transition from EYFS to Key Stage 1
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• A proactive, flexible and reflective approach to teaching
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply

The successful Year 1 Primary Teacher will:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the Year 1 national curriculum
• Support pupils in developing their phonics, reading, writing and mathematical skills
• Differentiate teaching to meet a range of learning needs and abilities
• Monitor, assess and track pupil progress, providing appropriate feedback
• Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
• Support pupils' social, emotional and academic development
• Manage behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, teaching staff, SENCO and school leadership
• Maintain high expectations for pupil achievement, behaviour and engagement

Safeguarding & Compliance

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.

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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.