Year 1 Teacher
Location: Bordesley Green, Birmingham
Contract: Temporary, Full-time
Start Date: September 2025
End Date: July 2026
Salary: £150-£220, dependent on experience
Agency: TeacherActive
About the Role:
TeacherActive is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Year 1 teacher for a temporary maternity cover position at a welcoming and well-regarded primary school in Bordesley Green, Birmimgham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Key Stage 1 teacher to join a supportive school community and make a real difference during a crucial stage of children’s learning.
The position begins in September 2025 and is expected to continue until the end of the academic year (July 2026), with potential for extension depending on the school's future needs. This is a full-time role delivered through TeacherActive.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons in line with the KS1 curriculum, with a focus on Year 2.
Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
Track and assess pupils’ progress, providing clear and effective feedback.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistency and high standards across the school.
Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of all learners, including those with additional needs.
Maintain excellent classroom management to support a calm and productive learning space.
Person Specification:
We are looking for a Year 1 teacher who:
Holds QTS and has proven experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally in Year 1.
Is passionate about education and committed to supporting children’s development.
Demonstrates strong behaviour management and effective communication skills.
Is flexible, organised, and confident in delivering the national curriculum.
Has experience working with pupils of varying abilities and learning needs.
Is available to work full-time for the duration of the maternity cover.
Why Work with TeacherActive?
Competitive salary based on experience.
Dedicated support from a specialist recruitment consultant.
Access to training and development via our bespoke CPD platform.
Opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming school.
PAYE payment structure with no hidden fees.
How to Apply:
If you’re an experienced KS1 teacher and this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV to (url removed), call (phone number removed), or apply directly via this advert.
Safeguarding Statement:
TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services