Key Stage 1 Class Teacher
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Medium value due to specific requirements matched with desirable school environment and professional growth opportunities.
- Desirable role in a supportive school environment.
- Opportunities for innovative teaching and engagement.
- Focus on creative curriculum implementation.
Pros
- Opportunity to work in a supportive school environment.
- Engaging children with creative teaching methods.
- Possibility for involvement in community and parental engagement.
Cons
- Limited to experienced teachers only; no ECT applications accepted.
- Potential for competitive selection process.
- Specific teaching timeframe may not align with other educators' schedules.
Who it's for
Mid-Level to Experienced • On-site
Good fit
- Experienced teachers passionate about primary education.
- Educators willing to collaborate with peers and parents.
- Individuals seeking to positively impact young learners.
Not recommended for
- New teachers or ECTs due to hiring restrictions.
- Those looking for administrative education roles.
- Candidates preferring nighttime or flexible hours.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced teacher to join our school teaching a Key Stage 1 class from January 2026 to 31st August 2027.
The Governors are looking for a highly motivated teacher to join our welcoming and friendly staff team.
Whitwell Primary School is a popular school with approximately 250 children. It is situated approximately 5 mins from the M1, junction 30.
Our children are happy learners, well behaved and enthusiastic. They learn best when teaching is engaging and innovative, so we want to appoint a teacher who can contribute to our creative approach to teaching, is inclusive and has high expectations.
The successful candidate will be someone who:
- has recent knowledge of the Y1 and Y2 curriculum and its expectations.
- has proven they can teach to a high standard
- has excellent classroom management and will embrace fully the school ethos
- has effective organisational skills
- has experience of mixed-age classes
- is lively, enthusiastic and able to work as a team member
- is able to work closely with parents and involve them in their child’s education
- is able to work as a team with current staff in and outside the classroom.
Please note: we are unable to accept applications from ECT’s currently.
Visits to the school are encouraged. Please call the school on 01909 720251.
Provisional Interview Date: 1 December 2025
