Year 1 primary school teacher
- Essex
- Contract·On-site
- Full time
Job Description
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic teacher looking for your next role in a supportive primary school?
A welcoming and community-focused school in Upminster is looking to appoint a Year 1 Teacher who can inspire young learners and create a positive, engaging classroom environment. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), this is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where staff wellbeing and professional development are genuinely valued.
The Role
As the Year 1 Teacher, you will:
Deliver engaging and creative lessons that encourage a love of learning.
Support children as they continue their transition from EYFS into Key Stage 1.
⭐ Create a nurturing classroom environment where every child feels valued and supported.
Monitor progress and help pupils achieve their full potential both academically and personally.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers to ensure the best outcomes for all pupils.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Has experience within EYFS or KS1 (desirable but not essential). Is passionate about helping children succeed. Has strong classroom management and communication skills. Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families. Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What the School Offers
✅ A friendly and supportive leadership team
✅ Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who love learning
✅ Excellent opportunities for professional development
✅ A positive and collaborative staff team
✅ A welcoming school community with a strong ethos
Interested?
If you're ready to make a real difference in a Year 1 classroom and would like to join a fantastic school in Upminster, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and a member of the Protocol Education team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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