Year 1 Teacher

Veritas Education Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is recruiting a Year 1 Teacher for a full-time, fixed-term position starting January 2027 at a welcoming primary school in Nelson, Lancashire. Plan and deliver engaging Year 1 lessons and foster an inclusive classroom.

The ideal candidate holds QTS or equivalent, has KS1 experience, strong classroom management, and excellent communication and teamwork skills. ECTs with KS1 experience are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in 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 to apply.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

KS1 experience

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

YEAR 1 TEACHER - MAKE A DIFFERENCE FROM DAY ONE

Year 1 Teacher
Location: Nelson, Lancashire
Salary: MPS-UPS, dependent on experience
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term

Veritas Education is working with a welcoming primary school in Nelson to recruit a passionate Year 1 Teacher for a full-time, fixed-term position starting in January 2027.

If you are an enthusiastic teacher who loves seeing children grow in confidence, develop their independence and make progress, this could be the role for you.

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.'