KS1 Teacher

Job Title: Key Stage 1 (KS1) Teacher

Location: Pontefract, WF7

Position Type: Full-time/Part-time/Flexible roles 

Salary: 130-180+ per day

Start Date: ASAP

About Us: Teaching Personnel are a supply agency looking for passionate KS1 Teachers that may want to leave their full-time positions for flexible roles or Early Career Teachers who want to gain more experience after completing their PGCE.

Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teacher to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be passionate about early childhood education, committed to fostering a positive learning environment, and skilled in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons in accordance with the national curriculum for KS1.

• Create a stimulating and supportive classroom environment that encourages pupil engagement and learning.

• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and setting targets for improvement.

• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and carers to support the academic and personal development of pupils.

• Maintain accurate records of student performance and attendance.

• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.

• Uphold the school’s values, policies, and procedures, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all pupils.

Person Specification:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• Experience teaching in a Key Stage 1 setting is desirable but not essential for newly qualified teachers (NQTs).

• Strong knowledge of the KS1 national curriculum and effective teaching strategies.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to create an inclusive classroom environment that caters to diverse learning needs.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Access to modern teaching resources and facilities.

• A vibrant school community with engaged pupils and supportive parents.

• [Insert any additional benefits, e.g., pension scheme, wellness programs, etc.]

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CV, outlining all relevant skills and experience. 

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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