Year 1 Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; Colne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a Year 1 teacher for a full-time fixed-term contract beginning January 2027 in Nelson, Lancashire. The role requires planning and delivering Year 1 lessons and creating an inclusive classroom with high expectations for learning and behaviour.

QTS or equivalent is required. KS1 experience, strong classroom management and excellent communication are essential. ECTs with KS1 experience are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 1.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Creative and engaging approach to learning.
• High expectations of all pupils.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• ECTs with KS1 experience welcome.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 1 lessons.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Set high expectations for learning and behaviour.
• Adapt teaching to meet individual needs, including SEND.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Track and support pupil progress.
• Work collaboratively with the wider school team.

Skills

KS1 experience

Classroom management

Creative teaching

Communication and teamwork

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Year 1 Teacher

Location: Nelson, Lancashire

Salary: MPS-UPS, dependent on experience

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term

The Role

• Plan and deliver engaging Year 1 lessons


• Create a positive, purposeful and inclusive classroom


• Set high expectations for learning and behaviour


• Adapt teaching to meet individual needs, including SEND


• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues


• Track and support pupil progress


• Work collaboratively with the wider school team

We're Looking For

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification


• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1


• Strong classroom management skills


• A creative and engaging approach to learning


• High expectations of all pupils


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

ECTs with relevant KS1 experience are welcome to apply.

Why This Role?

• Full-time Year 1 teaching position


• January start


• Supportive and welcoming school environment


• Enthusiastic pupils


• Collaborative staff team


• Opportunity to make a genuine impact

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks, QTS verification, right-to-work and identity checks, online checks, references, employment history and other relevant safer recruitment checks.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy


• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained


• You must have legal right to work in the UK


• You must be willing to attend a registration interview


• Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community