Year 1 Class Teacher

The Education Specialists; Sefton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE paid weekly

Part-time teaching opportunity

One-term maternity cover starting in …

Professional development and CPD

£150 refer a friend scheme

Job summary

The Education Specialists in Bootle, Sefton, seeks a Year 1 Part-Time Primary Teacher to join a welcoming primary school for a one-term maternity cover starting in January. You'll support pupils as they move from EYFS to KS1, developing literacy, numeracy and wider learning skills.

Working in a supportive environment, you will plan engaging lessons, differentiate for varied needs and contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in a UK primary school.
• Experience teaching Year 1 or KS1 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.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the Year 1 national curriculum.
• Support pupils in developing 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.

Skills

QTS

UK primary teaching experience

KS1 curriculum knowledge

Differentiated lesson planning

Safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

DBS update service

Job description

Year 1 Part-Time Primary Teacher - BootleThe 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.

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