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Year 1 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Gloucester
Salary: MPS/UPS (depending on experience)
Close Date: Thursday 27th November 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 3rd December 2025
Start Date: Monday 5th January or Monday 23rd February
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher looking to inspire the next generation of learners?
If so, Thrive Education are working with a school who are seeking a dynamic and passionate Year 1 Teacher to join their friendly, supportive team to cover maternity leave.
About the Role:
You will lead a motivated and well-behaved Year 1 class, delivering engaging and creative lessons across the curriculum. The school are looking for a determined and talented individual who is an excellent teacher, with high expectations of pupil achievement and are excited and passionate about supporting all pupils, especially those with SEND needs, to achieve their best. We are looking for a teacher who is able to fully support the Headteacher and school team to provide the best start to their pupils learning journey.
You will:
Have a passion for making a real difference
Have a proven track record of closing gaps in attainment and achieving strong pupil progress
Be able to establish productive, supportive relationships with staff, pupils and families
Be hardworking, calm, reliable and resilient
Be able to adapt in challenging situations
Why Choose Thrive?
-People Before Profit
-We're proud to be different. At Thrive, you are the priority - not our margins. No umbrella companies, no sneaky deductions, no false promises.
-We Genuinely Look After You - From the first phone call to your last placement of the year, we’re in your corner. We take time to get to know you, what you want, and what works best for you.
-Flexibility That Works Around Your Life
-Whether you want occasional days, part-time blocks, or consistent full-time work - we’ll make it happen.
-We Partner With Schools Who Value Supply Staff
-Our schools welcome our teachers warmly, and we ensure you’re matched with schools that respect and support supply.
-Free Ongoing CPD
Access to over 30 accredited training courses, because your development matters — even when you’re supply.
-Local Experts, Not National Robots
We’re based in Gloucestershire, we know the local schools, and we’re always just a call or visit away.
Apply now or give our friendly team a call to find out more.
Safeguarding Statement
Thrive Education Recruitment Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.