Year 1 Teacher

Smile Education; Walsall; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education is seeking a passionate full-time Year 1 Teacher for a fantastic primary school in Wednesbury, starting in September. This long-term role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a supportive community, working with eager learners and excellent resources. Required qualifications include QTS and solid experience in Key Stage 1.

Benefits

Warm and inclusive school community

Well-organised classroom with excellent resources

Supportive leadership

Weekly pay

Flexibility for work/life balance

Qualifications

• Experience teaching within Key Stage 1, especially Year 1, with references.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Shape young minds during a crucial stage of their learning journey.
• Create a creative and structured learning environment.

Skills

Creativity

Structured teaching

Passion for phonics

Building confident learners

Positive attitude

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Lead the Way in Year 1 – Class Teacher (Full-Time, Wednesbury)
Start Date: September | Long-Term Opportunity

Are you an experienced Year 1 Teacher ready for your next adventure? Do you bring creativity, structure, and a love of learning into every lesson? Smile Education is excited to be supporting a fantastic primary school in Wednesbury in their search for a passionate Year 1 Teacher to join their team full-time from September.
This is a long-term role where you’ll have the opportunity to shape young minds during a crucial stage of their learning journey in a supportive, welcoming environment.

What’s in it for you?

• A warm and inclusive school community
• A well-organised classroom with excellent resources
• Supportive leadership and a dedicated team around you
• Pupils who are curious, enthusiastic, and ready to learn

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Solid experience teaching within Key Stage 1, especially Year 1 evidence by references
• Someone with a passion for phonics, early literacy, and building confident learners
• A positive, proactive attitude and a strong sense of commitment
• Enhanced DBS or willingsness to obtain one

Why Smile Education?

• People-first agency with a personal touch
• Friendly, experienced consultants who know schools well
• Competitive rates, PAYE options, and continuous support
• Weekly pay
• Flexibiity for that work/life balance
• Partnerships with local MATs to provide you exclusive access to roles

If you're an experienced Year 1 teacher who’s ready to make a real difference from day one, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch with Smile Education to find out more!


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