Year 1 Maternity Cover Teacher - Full-Time Location: Hazel Grove, Stockport Start Date: January 2026 Salary: Paid to scale - Experienced teachers encouraged to apply A highly regarded primary school in the heart of Hazel Grove, Stockport, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Year 1 Teacher to join their vibrant team on a full-time basis to cover a maternity leave. The role is on a full-time basis starting in January and will pay a competitive salary which Is reflective of your skills and experience. The school is well known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere, strong academic performance, and deep-rooted Catholic values, maintaining close ties with the local church and wider community. The school prides itself on its happy, engaged pupils who are eager to learn and consistently achieve age-related expectations in English and Maths. The setting provides a supportive and inclusive environment, with average SEND needs that are well managed thanks to excellent staffing and resources. All children are supported to thrive and make meaningful progress. In addition to a strong academic curriculum, the school offers a rich Forest School programme, allowing pupils to engage in outdoor learning experiences such as shelter building, exploring local wildlife, and fostering a genuine respect for nature and the environment. The ideal candidate will: Have direct Key Stage 1 classroom experience Plan creative lessons geared around pupil interests and modern society with an ability to use adaptive strategies to scaffold but also challenge pupils at mastery level Possess a strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum and age-related expectations Be committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and collaborative classroom environment Be familiar with or have an understanding of the 'Essential Letters and Sounds' phonics programme Be confident in using formative and summative assessment methods to track progress and address misconceptions Uphold the strong Catholic ethos and immerse yourselves in all aspects of school life This is a fantastic opportunity to work in Year 1 within a supportive, forward-thinking school where both staff and pupils are proud of their achievements and values. To apply, please call Charlotte on 01616740138 or email Charlotte.gaffney@twrecruitment.com The Benefits of Working with Tradewind o Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice o Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College o Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you o Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running o We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer INDMANC