Year 1 Teacher

Flourish Education; Walsall; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is looking for a Year 1 Teacher to join a supportive primary school in Bloxwich. This role is perfect for those passionate about Key Stage 1 education. Responsibilities include delivering lessons per the National Curriculum, managing behaviour, and collaborating with the team. The position offers a competitive daily rate ranging from £130 to £170, with holiday pay and additional training opportunities. Applicants must hold Qualified Teacher Status and have experience teaching Key Stage 1.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Pension Contributions

Free Training

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience in teaching Key Stage 1 is required.
• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum is needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Maintain excellent behaviour management at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the KS1 team.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Excellent behaviour management skills

Experience as a Year 1 Teacher

Ability to build positive relationships

Education

Teaching Qualification

Job description

Flourish Education are recruiting for a Year 1 Teacher which is due to start in the New Year with an opportunity at a GOOD‑rated Primary School in Bloxwich offers you the chance to join a supportive, welcoming team with strong leadership and excellent behaviour across the school. This Year 1 Teacher role is ideal if you are passionate about Key Stage 1 (KS1) and want to make an immediate impact in a thriving environment. You will be working as a Primary Teacher within a school that values creativity, consistency and high‑quality learning. If you are seeking stability, professional growth and a genuinely enjoyable teaching experience, this Year 1 Teacher vacancy could be perfect for you.

Job Role:

• Deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Maintain excellent behaviour management at all times
• Work collaboratively with the KS1 team and wider Primary School staff
• Track pupil progress and provide effective feedback to pupils and parents
• Uphold all safeguarding and pastoral responsibilities expected of a Class Teacher

Required Skills and Experience:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience as a Year 1 Teacher, Primary Teacher, KS1 Teacher, Class Teacher
• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum
• Experience teaching Key Stage 1 (KS1) and awareness of Key Stage 2 (KS2)
• Excellent behaviour management skills
• Ability to build positive relationships across a busy Primary School

Benefits:

• £130 to £170 per day which equates to £25,350 to £33,150 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year
• Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
• Pension Contributions
• Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work

This Year 1 Teacher position is based in Bloxwich, easily commutable from Walsall, Willenhall, Pelsall, Aldridge, Great Wyrley and Brownhills. This Primary School benefits from excellent public transport links and offers onsite parking for staff.

Interested in this Year 1 Teacher role? Apply now or get in touch for more information — we look forward to supporting you in your next Primary Teacher opportunity.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.