EYFS/KS1 Teacher- Bacup

Job Summary

Mixed Reception/ Key Stage One Class Teacher

Contract Type: Temp to perm

Working Pattern: Full time

Start Date: Jan 2026

Salary: From £110 a day

Job Role: EYFS/KS1 Teacher

Employment Location: Bacup

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly motivated teacher to join a wonderful school in Bacup. Although small in size, the school is warm, welcoming, and deeply rooted in its community. It takes pride in nurturing curiosity, creativity, and a genuine love of learning through an inspiring, broad, and engaging curriculum.

We are looking for a committed, fully-qualified, and highly effective teacher who can motivate and support pupils of all abilities, and who thrives as part of a collaborative team.

As a small school with strong expertise in mixed-age teaching, we will ensure the successful candidate receives excellent support. You will also work alongside a full-time teaching assistant.

To be successful you will need to have...

• The ability to deliver high-quality teaching through whole-class, small-group, and 1:1 learning.
• A proven track record of excellent classroom practice grounded in a strong understanding of how children learn.
• A genuine passion for teaching, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and nurture children to achieve their very best.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS/ KS1  curriculum enabling you to build on prior learning and provide appropriate challenge for all pupils.
• A secure understanding of phonics progression.
• Experience of continuous provision within a child-initiated learning environment.
• The ability to lead and guide support staff effectively to ensure consistent, high-quality learning.
• A desire to contribute to an excellent, supportive team and to model our school values at all times.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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