Year 1 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Charing Church of England Primary School; Ashford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression

Well-resourced classrooms

Job summary

Charing Church of England Primary School is seeking a Year 1 Teacher who is passionate about inspiring young learners and delivering high-quality teaching within a nurturing, inclusive environment.

The successful candidate will plan creative lessons, assess pupil progress, and work closely with families and colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for every child. QTS is essential and safeguarding is paramount.

Qualifications

• QTS required.
• Strong understanding of Key Stage 1 curriculum.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 1 lessons.
• Assess pupil progress and provide feedback.
• Foster an inclusive, nurturing classroom culture.
• Collaborate with staff, support staff, and families to support pupils.
• Contribute to school community initiatives.

Skills

KS1 Curriculum Knowledge

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Join Our Dedicated and Supportive Primary School Team

Charing Church of England Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, inspirational, and committed Year 1 Teacher to join our welcoming and ambitious school community. We are looking for a talented practitioner who is passionate about providing high-quality teaching and learning experiences that inspire children to achieve their full potential.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher or an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT) to become part of a supportive team that places children's learning, wellbeing, and development at the heart of everything we do.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has a strong understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum and effective teaching practices.
• Demonstrates high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to raising achievement.
• Creates an engaging, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues.
• Has excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Works collaboratively as part of a dedicated school team.

We Can Offer:

• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn.
• A caring, inclusive, and supportive school environment.
• Dedicated and friendly colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive leadership committed to staff wellbeing and workload management.
• Well-resourced classrooms and learning environments.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

• Plan and deliver creative and engaging lessons that inspire a love of learning.
• Assess, monitor, and support pupil progress effectively.
• Foster a positive classroom culture where all children feel valued and successful.
• Work closely with colleagues, support staff, and parents to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school community.

We warmly encourage visits to the school. To arrange a tour or an informal conversation, please contact the school office.

Charing Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to follow the relevant safeguarding procedures, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance, and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.