Year 1 Teacher

Job Description

We are recruiting for a Year 1 Teacher to join an Ofsted-rated "Good" Primary School in Selly Oak. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Class Teacher with strong positive behaviour management skills to make a real difference in a lively Key Stage 1 (KS1) setting. This position is starting ASAP and continuing for the full academic year and is covering a maternity leave.

As a Year 1 Teacher, your responsibilities will include:

  • Full teaching duties, including planning, preparing, and delivering lessons.
  • Monitoring and assessing student progress in line with the National Curriculum.
  • Managing a class of children with no EHCPs but some challenging behaviours.
  • Implementing positive behaviour management strategies to create a structured routine.
  • Collaborating with colleagues to maintain a supportive teaching environment.

Required Skills and Experience

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Experience as a Primary Teacher, ideally in Key Stage 1 (KS1).
  • Excellent behaviour management skills.
  • A strong understanding of the National Curriculum.
  • The ability to adapt and inspire young learners.
  • Previous UK school experience is essential

Benefits of Working as a Year 1 Teacher for Flourish Education

  • Competitive pay rates of £162.31 - £223.63 per day (£31,650 to £43,607 per annum).
  • PAYE or Umbrella payment options.
  • Holiday Pay - 12.07% of your day rate for PAYE candidates.
  • Pension contributions.
  • Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training.
  • £100 welcome bonus upon joining.
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
  • Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work.

This Year 1 Teacher position is based in Selly Oak, easily commutable from Bournville, Edgbaston, Harborne, Kings Heath, Northfield, and Stirchley. The Primary School offers onsite parking and is well-connected by public transport, making it convenient to reach from surrounding areas.

Are you an experienced Primary Teacher looking for a new challenge as a Year 1 Teacher? Don’t miss this opportunity to join a "Good" Primary School and make a lasting impact on young learners. Apply now to take the next step in your teaching career.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.