Year 1 teacher

Monarch Education; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education agency is supporting a primary school in Leicester to recruit a Year 1 Teacher for the period of January to August 2026. The ideal candidate should have QTS, experience in Year 1 or KS1, and a passion for early learning. The role offers competitive daily rates and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

PAYE payroll - no umbrella deductions

Dedicated consultant for ongoing support

Access to free CPD and safeguarding training

Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in Year 1 or KS1 preferred.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons across the Year 1 curriculum.
• Support early reading through strong phonics delivery.
• Create a warm, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
• Accurately assess pupil progress and adapt teaching to individual needs.
• Contribute to wider school life and uphold school values.

Skills

Strong behaviour management

Excellent communication skills

Nurturing and proactive teaching style

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 1 Teacher - January 2026 to August 2026

Location: Leicester / Leicestershire
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (2 terms)
Start Date: January 2026
End Date: August 2026
Agency: Monarch Education

Inspire, nurture and help children thrive in their first year of primary school!

Monarch Education is supporting a welcoming and well-resourced primary school in Leicester/Leicestershire to recruit a committed and creative Year 1 Teacher for two terms from January to August 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about early learning, phonics, and building children's confidence as they transition from EYFS into Key Stage 1.

The Role

You will:

• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons across the Year 1 curriculum
• Support early reading through strong phonics delivery (Little Wandle / Read Write Inc / Letters & Sounds - school dependent)
• Create a warm, structured and inclusive classroom environment
• Accurately assess pupil progress and adapt teaching to individual needs
• Work closely with the KS1 team, parents and support staff
• Contribute to wider school life and uphold school values

About You

We're looking for:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Experience teaching in Year 1 or KS1 (ECTs with strong placements considered)
• A nurturing, patient and proactive teaching style
• Strong behaviour management and excellent communication skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning

Why Work with Monarch Education?

• Competitive daily rates
• PAYE payroll - no umbrella deductions
• A dedicated consultant for ongoing support
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles

How to Apply

If you're an enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher seeking a rewarding role from January to August 2026, we'd love to hear from you.

Email:
Call: 07970108403