Year 1 Teacher

Vision For Education Ltd.; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Pension contributions

Professional development

Team Teach training

Social events with food

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a Year 1 Teacher for maternity cover in Hartlepool from November 2026 to July 2027. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, during school hours. The successful candidate will teach Year 1, planning, delivering, and assessing learning to support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.

QTS is required, with experience in Key Stage 1 (Year 1) advantageous. Salary is dependent on experience, training, and qualifications.

Qualifications

• QTS required for consideration.
• Experience teaching KS1, especially Year 1, is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the National Curriculum.
• Assess pupil progress and maintain accurate records.
• Differentiate learning activities to meet all learners' needs.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and maintain high expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external agencies as required.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and personal development.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Assessment

Differentiation

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 1 Teacher – Maternity Cover – November 2026 – July 2027

Hartlepool – £121.50 to £150 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Vision for Education is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Teacher to join our successful supply team and work within a welcoming primary school in Hartlepool.

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday during school hours. The successful candidate will take responsibility for a Year 1 class, delivering engaging and creative lessons that support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.

The role will commence in November 2026 and continue until July 2027 to cover a period of maternity leave.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications.

The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position is Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Previous experience teaching within Key Stage 1, particularly Year 1, would be advantageous.

The Role

Working as part of a supportive and experienced teaching team, the desired Year 1 Teacher will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality learning opportunities for pupils.

Responsibilities may include:

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Creating a positive and stimulating learning environment.
• Assessing, recording, and reporting on pupil progress.
• Differentiating learning activities to meet the needs of all learners.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively and promoting high expectations.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies where required.
• Supporting pupils' personal, social, and emotional development.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school community.

The successful candidate will be passionate about teaching, committed to raising attainment, and able to inspire and motivate pupils to achieve their full potential.

The School

This welcoming and inclusive primary school in Hartlepool is seeking a committed Year 1 Teacher to join their team.

The Head Teacher and leadership team are dedicated to providing a high-quality education and fostering a supportive environment where both pupils and staff can thrive. The school has a strong community ethos and places great importance on creating positive learning experiences for all children.

Requirements

To be considered for the Year 1 Teacher position, you will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have experience teaching within a primary school setting.
• Have a strong understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum.
• Be confident in planning, delivering, and assessing lessons.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Have high expectations of pupils' achievement and progress.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Have a genuine passion for teaching and learning.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education Offers

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house payroll team using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations).
• FREE training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Educare training.
• Regular social events with complimentary food and drinks.
• Access to a dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support throughout your placement.