Are you an exceptional teacher looking to make a strong impact in a KS1 setting? Tradewind are recruiting the best teachers in the market for an attractive opportunity at a reputable school based in Hyde.

On behalf of our client school, Tradewind would like to present you with a fantastic KS1 teaching opportunity to play a key role the progress and attainment of pupils in a Year 1 class within a 'Good' school in Hyde,Tameside. This position , which will pay to scale, commences May 2024 on a full-time basis and will run for approximately 1 year.

This is a maternity cover role which provides an opportunity to make a strong impact long-term in a school which is part of a wider trust of 6 other Tameside schools. As a result, this role presenting positive prospects for future permanent employment opportunities.

About the School

The school is a high achieving one and a half-form entry primary school catering for children between the ages of three and eleven in a diverse community in Tameside. The school prides itself on it's high standard of personalised learning in a caring and supportive environment and wide ranging opportunities provided by a team of excellent, committed staff. The school aim is to promote lifelong learners and to fully equip children to embark on the next stage of their educational journey.

Year 1 Teacher

The successful teacher will be responsible for the progress and attainment of approximately 30 pupils in a mixed ability Year 1 class. There is a small number of SEND pupils and you will benefit from an experienced TA who is proactive and a great team player.


Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Create engaging lessons that align with the Year 1 National Curriculum standards and support the creative curriculum delivered by the school
• Understand age-related expectations for children within Year 1 and scaffold and stretch accordingly to maximise educational outcomes for pupils as individuals
• Keep up-to-date records of data and analyse where and what to reteach to bridge gaps in learning and raise levels of attainment
• Build a positive rapport with all pupils based on trust and mutual respect
• Work effectively as a team player with the TA, key stage and wider staff to share advice, resources and best practice

Essential Requirements:

-QTS (Or an equivalent teaching qualification)

-Excellent references to support previous experience (ideally in a Year 2 class)

-A CV that covers the last 10 years employment history with any CV gaps explained

-The right to work in the UK


All candidates for posts will be asked to provide suitable references and undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you feel you meet the requirements and would like to be considered for this Year 1 teaching role, please call Charlotte ASAP on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)


The benefits of registering with Tradewind:

* We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay

* We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 30 to be exact!

* Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a brilliant bonus!

* Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success

* Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement

* Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability

* Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants



We look forward to hearing from you and helping take you on the next step of your teaching career.

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