Year 1 Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Year 1 Teacher for maternity cover in Peterborough starting June 2026. The ideal candidate should have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in Key Stage 1. Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupil progress. The role offers competitive daily rates and access to professional development training, all within a supportive school environment that values high-quality teaching and pupil wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates paid weekly

Free CPD and training

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally Year 1.
• Committed to pupil development and wellbeing.
• Ability to differentiate learning for all pupils.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum.
• Create a positive and nurturing classroom environment.
• Assess and support pupil progress effectively.

Skills

Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

Enthusiastic and caring attitude

Understanding of phonics and early reading strategies

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Year 1 Teacher - Maternity Cover

Location: Peterborough
Start Date: June 2026
Contract: Maternity Cover (Fixed Term)
Salary: 150- 160 (dependent on experience)

Tradewind Recruitment is currently working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school to recruit a Year 1 Teacher for a maternity cover position.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and committed teacher to join a school that values high-quality teaching, teamwork, and pupil wellbeing.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum
• Create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
• Assess, monitor, and support pupil progress effectively
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including SEND and EAL
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child welfare

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK
• Has experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally Year 1
• Demonstrates strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Is enthusiastic, caring, and committed to pupil development
• Has a sound understanding of phonics and early reading strategies

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Access to a wide range of local schools and opportunities
• Competitive daily rates paid weekly
• Free access to CPD and training, including safeguarding
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and relevant safeguarding checks.

To apply or find out more, please contact Tradewind Recruitment email (url removed) or call (phone number removed).