Year 1 Class Teacher - Edgewick Community Primary School

Coventry City Council; Daimler Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Coventry City Council is seeking an experienced KS1 Class Teacher to join Edgewick Community Primary School on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave, fixed to December 2027.

You will be a passionate classroom practitioner with strong knowledge of the KS1 curriculum, able to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to planning within a job-share arrangement. The school is committed to high standards and supportive professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and understanding of the KS1 curriculum.
• Good grasp of KS1 reading and phonics including knowledge of delivering Floppys Phonics.
• Committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning.
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with colleagues.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.
• Flexible, organised, and able to contribute to planning within a job-share arrangement.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will work closely with their counterpart to ensure continuity, consistency, and excellent outcomes for pupils.

Skills

KS1 curriculum

Phonics instruction

Team collaboration

Planning in job-share

Pupil/parent relationships

Job description

Year 1 Class Teacher - Edgewick Community Primary School

What is the job role? Fixed term to December 2027 in the first instance. We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and creative KS1 Class Teacher to join our team on a fixed-term basis to cover Maternity. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and ambitious school community committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every child.

Edgewick is a 2-form entry primary school situated on the Foleshill Road. We have the highest expectations for all staff and pupils and are passionate about the enrichment of an appropriate and tailored curriculum for all.

We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who:

• Has strong knowledge and understanding of the KS1 curriculum
• Good grasp of KS1 reading and phonics including knowledge of delivering Floppys Phonics
• Is committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with colleagues
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff
• Is flexible, organised, and able to contribute to planning within a job-share arrangement

Who are we looking for? The successful candidate will work closely with their counterpart to ensure continuity, consistency, and excellent outcomes for pupils.

We Can Offer You:

• A welcoming, supportive and friendly school community
• Dedicated and collaborative staff team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A positive environment where staff wellbeing is valued

Closing date: 1st November 2026 Interview date: to be advised

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references. Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.