Year 1 Teacher - Maternity Cover, KS1, Primary

Veritas Education Recruitment; Nelson; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced Year 1 teacher to join a friendly primary school in Nelson, Lancashire on a maternity cover from January 2027. The post is full-time and fixed-term, with responsibilities to deliver engaging Year 1 lessons and support pupils' transition to Key Stage 1.

The successful candidate will hold QTS, have proven Year 1 teaching experience and a strong understanding of the Year 1 curriculum, with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and Year 1 teaching experience.
• Strong understanding of the Year 1 curriculum.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Year 1 lessons.
• Support pupils transitioning into Key Stage 1.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Promote pupil progress—academic, social and emotional.

Skills

Year 1 teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced Year 1 teacher to join a friendly primary school in Nelson, Lancashire on a maternity cover from January 2027. The post is full-time and fixed-term, with responsibilities to deliver engaging Year 1 lessons and support pupils' transition to Key Stage 1.

The successful candidate will hold QTS, have proven Year 1 teaching experience and a strong understanding of the Year 1 curriculum, with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.