Year 1 Teacher: Phonics & KS1 Foundations

Tradewind Recruitment; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an engaging Year 1 Teacher for a primary school in the Radcliffe area of Bury. The role starts in January/February and requires a practitioner with experience in KS1 who can deliver effective phonics, reading, writing, and maths instruction. In addition, candidates should be adept at creating a structured classroom environment. The agency offers competitive pay, CPD opportunities, and support throughout the placement.

Benefits

CPD opportunities

Weekly pay

Friendly consultant support

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and has recent KS1 experience.
• Understands the importance of early literacy and numeracy foundations.
• Can adapt teaching to a range of needs and starting points.
• Has strong organisational and behaviour-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons that bridge EYFS and KS1 expectations.
• Teach early phonics, reading, writing, and maths confidently.
• Use assessment to inform planning and track progress.
• Create a welcoming and structured classroom environment.
• Maintain strong communication with parents and colleagues.
• Participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, and CPD.

Skills

Early phonics

Reading

Writing

Maths

Behaviour management

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an engaging Year 1 Teacher for a primary school in the Radcliffe area of Bury. The role starts in January/February and requires a practitioner with experience in KS1 who can deliver effective phonics, reading, writing, and maths instruction. In addition, candidates should be adept at creating a structured classroom environment. The agency offers competitive pay, CPD opportunities, and support throughout the placement.