Year 1 Teacher - Edgbaston (Maternity Cover-Nov Start). Job in Selly Park Education & Training Jobs

Aspire People; Metchley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a dedicated Year 1 Teacher (Maternity Cover) to join a supportive school in Edgbaston. The role requires taking responsibility for planning and delivering the Year 1 curriculum, fostering an inclusive classroom environment, and maintaining communication with parents. Candidates must hold Qualified Teacher Status and have recent Key Stage 1 experience. Competitive pay and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Access to CPD and professional development

Dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Must have recent experience teaching within Key Stage 1, preferably Year 1.
• Confident in delivering a curriculum in line with national standards.
• Enthusiastic and committed to making a positive impact on pupils.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for planning and delivery of the Year 1 curriculum.
• Create an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.
• Maintain strong communication with parents and carers.

Skills

Classroom organisation

Behaviour management

Creative curriculum delivery

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Job Advert: Year 1 Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Edgbaston

Start Date: 03/11/2025 | End Date: 20/07/2026 | Full-Time

Location: Edgbaston, Birmingham

Role

• Take full responsibility for the planning, delivery and assessment of the Year 1 curriculum
• Create a positive, engaging and inclusive classroom environment
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with additional needs
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and senior leaders
• Maintain strong communication with parents and carers to support pupil progress

About You

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - this is essential
• Has recent experience teaching within Key Stage 1, preferably Year 1
• Is confident in delivering a creative and engaging curriculum in line with national standards
• Demonstrates excellent behaviour management and classroom organisation
• Is enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to making a positive impact

What We Offer

• A well-resourced, supportive school environment
• Competitive rates of pay (paid to scale)
• Your own dedicated Aspire People consultant
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
• The chance to work with a reputable and experienced education agency

If you're a passionate and dedicated Key Stage 1 teacher looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.