Key Stage 1 Teacher – Maternity Cover
Location: Bishop Auckland
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Maternity Cover
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
We are delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Bishop Auckland who are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and committed Key Stage 1 Teacher to join their team on a full-time maternity cover basis starting in January.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate KS1 teacher who is eager to make a positive impact and provide a nurturing, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every child feels supported, valued and able to thrive.
The Role:
As the Key Stage 1 Teacher, you will:
* Plan, prepare and deliver engaging KS1 lessons in line with the national curriculum
* Adapt lessons and resources to meet the needs of all pupils, including those requiring additional support
* Create a calm, structured and supportive classroom environment
* Work closely with teaching assistants, senior leaders and wider support staff
* Support pupils with a range of needs in a caring and inclusive way
* Collaborate with therapists and other professionals where appropriate
Requirements:
To be considered for this role, you must:
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
* Have proven experience teaching Key Stage 1 – essential
* Have experience supporting pupils with SEND – desirable
* Particularly beneficial: experience with Autism and ADHD
* Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills
* Have a caring, patient, flexible and proactive approach to teaching
What’s on Offer:
* A supportive and welcoming primary school with a strong community ethos
* Daily support from experienced teaching assistants and senior leaders
* Access to our CPD Academy, including Introduction to Thrive and further professional development
* Ongoing guidance from your own dedicated consultant
* Competitive pay rates
* £50 refer-a-friend bonus
* Access to a wide range of high-quality placements through Teaching Personnel
If you are an enthusiastic and committed Key Stage 1 teacher looking for a rewarding maternity cover role within a nurturing and supportive school environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more.
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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.
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