Year 1 Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Teaching Personnel; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Year 1 Teacher to join a warm and inclusive primary school in Blackpool from September 2025. This full-time maternity cover role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early education, with access to professional development and a supportive school community.

Benefits

Access to professional development

Supportive school community

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Qualifications

• Passion for KS1 education and early child development.
• Strong classroom management and proactive teaching style.
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and age-appropriate lessons aligned with the KS1 curriculum.
• Create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment.
• Track and support pupil progress through effective assessment.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent

Job description

Location: Blackpool (FY1)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Maternity Cover

Teaching Personnel is proud to be working with a warm and inclusive primary school in Blackpool, seeking a dedicated Year 1 Teacher to join their KS1 team from September 2025 to cover maternity leave.

Responsibilities:

1. Deliver engaging and age-appropriate lessons aligned with the KS1 curriculum
2. Create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment
3. Track and support pupil progress through effective assessment
4. Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and carers to support each child’s development
5. Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive learning space

Requirements:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent
• A passion for KS1 education and early child development
• Strong classroom management and a proactive teaching style
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly encouraged to apply

Additional Information:

• Supportive and welcoming school community
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early education
• Access to professional development through Teaching Personnel

To apply, submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. For more information, contact us.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training. Please see the FAQs on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

Pay rates are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, with the possibility of becoming permanent later.

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