Year 1 Classroom Teacher

Edgewick Community Primary School; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewick Community Primary School in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced KS1 Class Teacher to join us on a fixed-term basis. The role is maternity cover for 1 year, with a start date ASAP or January 2027, and the salary is MPS/UPS depending on experience.

We are a supportive, ambitious school committed to high standards and a tailored curriculum. The successful candidate will work as part of a two-form entry team, collaborating with colleagues to ensure continuity and excellent outcomes

Qualifications

• Must have KS1 curriculum knowledge.
• Strong Phonics knowledge including Floppys Phonics.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.
• Team player with effective communication with colleagues.
• Able to contribute to planning in a job-share arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Work with counterpart to ensure continuity and excellent pupil outcomes.

Skills

KS1 curriculum knowledge

Phonics instruction

High-quality teaching

Team collaboration

Planning in job-share

Job description

Classroom Teacher Vacancy

Contract Details

• Position: KS1 Class Teacher
• Contract: Fixed-term for 1 year in the first instance
• Reason for vacancy: Maternity cover
• Start date: ASAP or January 2027
• Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, dedicated and creative KS1 Class Teacher to join our team on a fixed-term basis. 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.

About the Role

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

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

We reserve the right to review applications and conduct interviews as they are received. As a result, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 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 recruitmentprocess.