KS1 Teacher

Key Stage 1 Teacher – Maternity Cover
Location: Bishop Auckland
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Maternity Cover
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

We are delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in Bishop Auckland who are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and committed Key Stage 1 Teacher to join their team on a full-time maternity cover basis starting in January.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate KS1 teacher who is eager to make a positive impact and provide a nurturing, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every child feels supported, valued and able to thrive.

The Role:
As the Key Stage 1 Teacher, you will:

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging KS1 lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Adapt lessons and resources to meet the needs of all pupils, including those requiring additional support
• Create a calm, structured and supportive classroom environment
• Work closely with teaching assistants, senior leaders and wider support staff
• Support pupils with a range of needs in a caring and inclusive way
• Collaborate with therapists and other professionals where appropriate

Requirements:
To be considered for this role, you must:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Have proven experience teaching Key Stage 1 – essential
• Have experience supporting pupils with SEND – desirable
• Particularly beneficial: experience with Autism and ADHD
• Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills
• Have a caring, patient, flexible and proactive approach to teaching

What’s on Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming primary school with a strong community ethos
• Daily support from experienced teaching assistants and senior leaders
• Access to our CPD Academy, including Introduction to Thrive and further professional development
• Ongoing guidance from your own dedicated consultant
• Competitive pay rates
• £50 refer-a-friend bonus
• Access to a wide range of high-quality placements through Teaching Personnel

If you are an enthusiastic and committed Key Stage 1 teacher looking for a rewarding maternity cover role within a nurturing and supportive school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more.