Year 1 Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Year 1 Class Teacher to deliver engaging lessons and create a nurturing environment in primary schools across Sheffield. The role is full-time with potential for permanent positions. Ideal candidates will have QTS and a solid understanding of the KS1 curriculum, along with effective communication and classroom management skills. Apply now to make a difference in early education.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Access to CPD courses

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities in multiple schools

Potential for permanent role

Qualifications

• Must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Strong knowledge of Year 1 KS1 curriculum.
• Experience in phonics teaching is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons.
• Create a nurturing classroom environment.
• Develop phonics, literacy, and numeracy skills.

Skills

Knowledge of KS1 curriculum

Communication skills

Classroom management

Phonics teaching experience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 1 Class Teacher Sheffield (S4, S5, S6, S35)
Locations: Primary schools across Sheffield S4, S5, S6, S35
Start Date: ASAP or January 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term (potential for permanent role)
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are currently seeking a caring, creative, and dedicated Year 1 Class Teacher to work across a selection of welcoming primary schools in the North and East Sheffield area. This position is ideal for an experienced KS1 practitioner or a confident ECT who has a passion for early learning and child‑centred teaching.

The Role

As a Year 1 Class Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons aligned with the KS1 curriculum
• Create a warm, nurturing classroom environment that supports early learning
• Develop pupils phonics, early literacy, and numeracy skills
• Use assessment to track progress and inform planning
• Work effectively with teaching assistants, SEN support, and parents
• Contribute positively to the wider school community

What We re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong knowledge of the KS1 curriculum, particularly Year 1 expectations
• Experience delivering high-quality phonics teaching (Little Wandle, Read Write Inc, or similar is desirable)
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• A nurturing, patient, and enthusiastic teaching style

What Teaching Personnel Offer

• Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
• Access to a wide range of CPD including phonics, safeguarding, and behaviour management
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your role
• Opportunities across multiple local schools to suit your experience and preferences
• Potential for long‑term and permanent positions

How to Apply

If you re a passionate Year 1 teacher looking to make a real impact in primary schools across Sheffield (S4, S5, S6, S35), we d love to hear from you!
Apply today by contacting Teaching Personnel Sheffield North Primary Team

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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