Key Stage 1 Teacher

Location: Mansfield
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
Position: Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Maternity Cover
Are you a passionate Primary Teacher looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and welcoming school?
Trust Education are currently working with a fantastic primary school in Mansfield who are looking for a dedicated teacher to join their team as a Year 1 Class Teacher , covering a maternity leave.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher, or an ECT looking to take on their first longer-term teaching position , to join a friendly school and make a real difference to a class of enthusiastic young learners.
The Role: Taking full responsibility for a Year 1 class
Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate lessons
Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development
Working closely with the wider teaching team
Monitoring and assessing pupils' progress
Creating a positive and nurturing classroom environment
Supporting children as they develop their independence and confidence
Working closely with parents, carers and colleagues where required
Phonics Experience is Essential As a Year 1 teacher, the successful candidate must have a good understanding of phonics and be confident delivering phonics lessons.
Experience with a recognised phonics programme would be highly desirable, although teachers with strong phonics knowledge and experience will also be considered.
The Ideal Candidate: Holds QTS or is an ECT working towards QTS
Has experience teaching within a primary school setting
Has a strong understanding of phonics and early reading
Ideally has previous experience within EYFS or KS1
Is confident planning and delivering engaging lessons
Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Is nurturing, enthusiastic and passionate about working with young children
Is adaptable and works well as part of a team
ECTs are very welcome to apply! This could be an excellent opportunity to take your first step into a longer-term teaching role with the support of an established school team.
Why Work with Trust Education? We're a local, independent education recruitment agency who understand the schools and teachers we work with. xwwtmva
We'll support you throughout your placement and make sure you have a dedicated consultant on hand whenever you need us.
If you're a qualified teacher or ECT with a passion for KS1 and a good understanding of phonics, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and a member of the Trust Education team will be in touch!

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