Maternity cover class teacher post for Year 1 at Lindow Community Primary School, a one-year fixed-term role starting February 2027. The work centres on teaching the National Curriculum, using assessment and data to set progress targets for pupils of all abilities, including those with SEND, and managing behaviour across the class and school. The post is full-time and suitable for early career teachers. Qualified Teacher Status is required, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Teach a Year 1 class across the National Curriculum
- Meet the learning needs of pupils of a wide range of abilities, including those with SEND
- Use assessment and data to set targets for individual pupil progress
- Manage behaviour within the class and across the school
- Inspire, challenge and nurture children so they reach their potential
- Follow safeguarding and health and safety guidance and keep pupils safe
- Form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children
- Communicate with parents and carers and encourage them to take part in school life
- Work with teaching assistants and colleagues
- Help develop and maintain the school's vision for high quality education that builds life skills as well as academic achievement
What’s required
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience
- Outstanding teaching with excellent progress for all children
- Setting, implementing and evaluating action plans
- Proven ability to manage behaviour in class and across the school
- Communicating effectively with parents and carers
- Communicating effectively with teaching assistants
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of the breadth of the National Curriculum
- Assessment techniques and data analysis to set individual pupil targets
- Meeting the learning needs of a wide range of abilities, including SEND
- Knowledge of safeguarding regulations and how to address issues
- Planning and organising work, prioritising and meeting deadlines under pressure
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Right to work in the UK
Other
- Commitment to a wholly inclusive setting and the school's ethos
- Emotional resilience in working with children and colleagues
Nice to have
- Experience of teaching in Key Stage One or EYFS
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Year 1 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover in Wilmslow employer: Bidvane
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