KS1 Class Teacher in Leeds

Overview

At our Leeds-based schools, we believe that Key Stage 1 is where the foundations of lifelong learning are built. It’s a time when children are discovering the joy of learning, developing their confidence, and beginning to understand the world around them. We’re working with schools that are looking for teachers who see this stage as a chance to nurture curiosity, creativity, and emotional growth, not just delivering lessons.

These roles are for teachers who lead with purpose. Educators who know that patience, structure, and warmth are powerful tools and that encouragement can shape a child’s view of themselves for years to come. You’ll support children as they take their first steps into formal education, helping them build the skills and mindset they’ll carry forward.

You’ll be joining schools that value both academic progress and personal development. They set high standards, but meet them with care, flexibility, and a deep respect for each child’s individuality. Reed Education will be with you throughout your journey, offering placements that reflect your strengths, CPD opportunities to help you grow, and a dedicated consultant who understands your path, because they’ve walked it too.

If you believe in creating classrooms where children feel safe, encouraged, and inspired and where teachers are trusted to lead with heart—these are the opportunities where you’ll thrive.

The Values and Culture that guide us

We do things differently. Here’s how:

• We lead with care: Our schools are warm, inclusive environment where wellbeing and work-life balance are central to everything.
• We teach with intention: Lessons are engaging, inclusive, innovative and tailored to the needs of every child.
• We support with purpose: Reed works closely with you, offering personalised guidance, CPD opportunities, and a dedicated consultant (a former teacher) who understands your world.
• We celebrate together: From festive classroom moments to shared wins, we believe joy belongs in education.

Our culture is built on trust, humour, adaptability, and high expectations because we know that great teaching happens when people feel safe, supported, and empowered.

What – The Role and Responsibilities

You’ll be joining a passionate team in a Leeds primary school, where your role will include:

• Holding Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – ECTs welcome!
• Delivering creative and inclusive lessons across EYFS, KS1, or KS2.
• Bringing a genuine love of teaching and learning, especially as the festive season approaches!
• Managing your classroom with calm confidence and a nurturing approach.
• Driving pupil progress through innovative teaching methods.
• Upholding safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
• Adapting with ease and bringing a great sense of humour to your day.

What You’ll Gain

• A role with purpose and impact.
• Support from a specialist consultant who listens and tailors opportunities to you.
• Access to CPD, competitive PAYE pay rates, and a referral scheme up to £300.
• A chance to work with one of Leeds City Council’s framework agencies.
• Help with compliance, including Enhanced DBS support.

Ready to Inspire?

If your why aligns with ours, and you’re ready to teach with heart, apply now. Let’s build a future where every child has a champion and every teacher feels proud to be one.

Why Reed Education?

We work with a wide network of primary schools across Leeds, placing skilled support staff into both short-term and long-term roles.

Our service is straightforward and reliable we handle placements, manage compliance, and offer professional development to help you succeed. Every candidate is carefully matched to schools by a qualified teacher, ensuring high standards and the right fit for each setting.