Part-Time Year 1 Teacher | Phonics Specialist | 2 Days per Week | St Helens | November 2026 Start

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming primary school in St Helens to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Teacher for a part-time position (Mondays and Tuesdays) starting in November 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school that is committed to delivering high-quality education and ensuring every child develops the confidence and skills they need to succeed. The successful candidate will have strong phonics knowledge and experience, with the ability to deliver engaging lessons that build firm foundations in reading, writing and communication.

Whether you're an experienced Key Stage 1 teacher looking for greater flexibility or an exceptional Early Career Teacher with a passion for phonics, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact while enjoying an excellent work-life balance.

The Role

As the Year 1 Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and creative lessons across two days each week, ensuring pupils continue to make excellent progress in their transition from the Early Years Foundation Stage into Key Stage 1.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Delivering effective, systematic phonics sessions that develop confident, fluent readers.
• Creating an inclusive classroom where every child feels motivated and supported.
• Monitoring pupil progress and adapting teaching to meet individual learning needs.
• Working closely with teaching assistants, senior leaders and parents to support pupil development.
• Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, learning and achievement.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 1, ideally Year 1.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of delivering phonics, including supporting pupils at different stages of early reading development.
• A creative, enthusiastic and nurturing approach to teaching.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for every child.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive daily rate, paid in line with experience and responsibilities.
• Part-time role working Mondays and Tuesdays.
• November 2026 start through Teaching Personnel.
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions.
• Dedicated support from an experienced Primary Education Consultant.
• Access to a wide range of exclusive teaching opportunities across St Helens and the surrounding areas.

Professional Development

When you join Teaching Personnel, you'll benefit from ongoing support to help you develop throughout your career.

You'll have access to:

• High-quality CPD through the Teaching Personnel Academy.
• Phonics, safeguarding and behaviour management training.
• Specialist SEND and curriculum-focused development opportunities.
• Ongoing guidance from experienced education recruitment consultants.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent teaching roles.

Apply Today

Apply today with your CV, and one of our specialist Teaching Personnel consultants will be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity.

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