Year 1 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) – C of E Primary

Westmorland & Furness Council; Penrith; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Langwathby CofE Primary School in Langwathby near Penrith is seeking an outstanding Year 1 teacher for a full-time maternity cover starting January 2027. The village school sits in the Eden Valley and is at the heart of a warm, nurturing learning community where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish.

The successful candidate will demonstrate Quality First Teaching, work with teaching assistants and families, and contribute to high expectations and inclusive practice while

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and eligibility to teach in England.
• Experience delivering Year 1 lessons with creativity and high expectations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and engaging with parents and the wider community.
• Ability to plan adaptively and use assessment to inform teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Year 1 lessons in a Church of England primary setting.
• Create an inclusive, nurturing classroom that supports every pupil to progress.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, colleagues and families to raise attainment.
• Participate in safeguarding procedures and school-wide professional development.

Skills

Quality First Teaching

Adaptive teaching

Positive relationships

Team collaboration

Commitment to Christian values

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Langwathby CofE Primary School in Langwathby near Penrith is seeking an outstanding Year 1 teacher for a full-time maternity cover starting January 2027. The village school sits in the Eden Valley and is at the heart of a warm, nurturing learning community where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish.

The successful candidate will demonstrate Quality First Teaching, work with teaching assistants and families, and contribute to high expectations and inclusive practice while