Experienced Year 1 teacher – WS10
Smile Education is currently recruiting for an experienced Year 1 teacher to join a primary school in the WS10 area.
We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic and experienced teacher who can provide high-quality teaching while creating a positive, engaging and supportive learning environment for young pupils.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Key Stage 1 teacher who is confident teaching Year 1 and is looking for a new opportunity within a supportive primary school.
As the Year 1 teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons while supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development. You will be expected to create a positive classroom environment where children feel supported, encouraged and motivated to learn.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate lessons across the Year 1 curriculum
- Supporting pupils across all areas of their learning and development
- Creating a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
- Differentiating lessons to meet the needs and abilities of individual pupils
- Assessing pupil progress and adapting teaching accordingly
- Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, learning and progress
- Supporting pupils' social and emotional development
- Building positive relationships with pupils and creating a strong classroom culture
- Working effectively with teaching assistants and other members of staff
- Contributing to assessment and record keeping
- Communicating effectively with colleagues and parents/carers where required
- Supporting pupils to become confident and independent learners
- Identifying where pupils may require additional support and adapting your teaching accordingly
- Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging children to take pride in their learning
We are looking for an experienced primary teacher who is confident teaching Key Stage 1 and understands the needs of children in Year 1.
The ideal candidate will be:
- Qualified to teach in the UK
- Experienced teaching within Key Stage 1
- Ideally experienced specifically within Year 1
- Confident with planning, assessment and classroom management
- Able to differentiate learning effectively
- Creative, engaging and enthusiastic
- Calm, organised and reliable
- Able to build strong and positive relationships with pupils
- Confident managing classroom behaviour
- Able to work effectively as part of a wider school team
- Passionate about helping children achieve their potential
- Committed to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment
Previous experience teaching Year 1 is highly desirable, as the school is looking for someone who can confidently step into the role and make a positive contribution from the outset.
Why work with Smile Education?
- Access to a wide range of local primary school opportunities
- Dedicated consultant support
- Support throughout your placement
- Opportunities for short-term and long-term positions
- Access to further teaching opportunities across the local area
- Support with finding future teaching opportunities that match your experience and preferences
Location: WS10
Year group: Year 1
Role: Experienced primary teacher
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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Year 1 Teacher in Wednesbury employer: Smile Education
Smile Education is an excellent employer for Qualified Primary Teachers, offering a supportive and flexible work environment across multiple primary schools in Burton upon Trent. With a focus on work-life balance, we provide opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring that our teachers feel valued and empowered in their roles. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying the benefits of a collaborative and dynamic educational community.
