Year 1 Teacher

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Teacher ready to inspire the next generation of learners? This fantastic opportunity in Stratford-upon-Avon, offered through Zest Education, is perfect for a passionate educator looking to make a lasting impact in a supportive and engaging primary school environment. If you thrive on creating creative and inclusive learning experiences that help every child succeed, this role could be the ideal fit for you.

Candidate Requirements

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Proven experience teaching within Key Stage 1, ideally with a strong understanding of the Year 1 curriculum.
• Excellent classroom management and behaviour strategies.
• A creative and adaptable approach to lesson planning and delivery.
• A passion for supporting children’s academic and personal development.
• Experience working with SEND pupils is desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, working collaboratively with colleagues and parents.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in line with the Year 1 curriculum.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that fosters curiosity and confidence.
• Assess, record, and track pupil progress, providing constructive feedback to support growth.
• Work closely with teaching assistants and other staff to ensure all children receive the support they need.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage a love of learning through creativity and enthusiasm.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding pupil progress and well-being.
• Uphold the school’s safeguarding policies and maintain high standards of professionalism.

Why Choose Zest Education?
At Zest Education, we take pride in offering a seamless and supportive recruitment process, making it easy for you to find the right role. Our team of experienced consultants will take the time to understand your skills, goals, and teaching style to match you with schools that truly value what you bring. You’ll receive personalised support, transparent communication, and access to a range of opportunities across the Midlands. Join Zest Education today and take the next rewarding step in your teaching career in Stratford-upon-Avon!

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Harleigh at Harleigh@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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