Year 1 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Contract: Part-Time (Monday – Wednesday), Fixed Term
Duration: 2 Terms (until the end of the academic year)
Start Date: Immediate start or as soon as possible
About The School:
This school is a vibrant, inclusive school in the heart of Cambridge, known for fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where each child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. With a strong commitment to collaborative learning, creativity, and respect, they provide a rich educational experience for both students and staff.
The Role:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Class Teacher to join our supportive team on a maternity cover basis for 2 terms, working part-time from Monday to Wednesday. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire a love of learning, cater to diverse learning needs, and promote progress for all students in Year 1.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver high-quality lessons in line with the national curriculum
- Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect and curiosity
- Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and supporting individual learning journeys
- Collaborate with teaching assistants, fellow teachers, and parents to support each child's educational and personal development
- Participate in staff meetings and contribute to the wider school community
About You:
The ideal candidate will be an experienced, creative, and adaptable primary teacher who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will be passionate about early years education, have strong classroom management skills, and be committed to inspiring young learners.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Relevant teaching experience in Key Stage 1, ideally in a Year 1 setting
- Strong understanding of the national curriculum and best practices in early years education
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all students
What We Offer:
- A supportive and friendly working environment
- Access to professional development opportunities
- The chance to work in a welcoming, inclusive school community that values every staff member’s contributions
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.
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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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