Job Title: KS1 Class Teacher
Location: Blackburn
Length of Role: 12 months (Maternity Leave Cover)
Pay Rate: Main Pay Scale
Setting: Mainstream Primary School
A well‑regarded mainstream primary school in Blackburn is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Class Teacher to join their team on a 12‑month maternity cover contract. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher to make a meaningful impact during a full academic year while working within a supportive and well‑structured school environment.
The successful KS1 Teacher will take full responsibility for planning, delivering, and assessing engaging lessons that support pupils’ academic and personal development. You will work closely with experienced staff to ensure continuity of learning and high standards across the classroom.
The Role Includes:
Full classroom teaching responsibilities within KS1
Planning and delivering creative, pupil‑centred lessons in line with the national curriculum
Assessing, tracking, and reporting on pupil progress
Creating a positive, inclusive, and well‑managed classroom environment
Working collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues, and parents
The Ideal Candidate:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Has recent experience teaching within KS1
Demonstrates strong behaviour management and classroom organisation
Has a clear understanding of early learning and development
Is committed, reliable, and passionate about primary education
This role is paid to Main Pay Scale and offers the chance to gain valuable experience in a welcoming Blackburn primary school.
If you are a KS1 Teacher in Blackburn seeking a maternity cover role for the next academic year, apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
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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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