Year 1 Class Teacher
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Early Childhood Education, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Edgewick Community Primary School, Cross Road, Foleshill, Coventry, CV6 5GP
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
- Full Time
Working Hours:
25
Job Category:
Schools/Academies
- Teaching Roles
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and creative KS1 Class Teacher to join our team on a fixed-term basis to cover Maternity. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and ambitious school community committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every child.
Edgewick is a 2-form entry primary school situated on the Foleshill Road. We have the highest expectations for all staff and pupils and are passionate about the enrichment of an appropriate and tailored curriculum for all.
Who are we looking for?We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who:
- Has strong knowledge and understanding of the KS1 curriculum
- Good grasp of KS1 reading and phonics including knowledge of delivering Floppys Phonics
- Is committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning
- Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with colleagues
- Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff
- Is flexible, organised, and able to contribute to planning within a job-share arrangement
The successful candidate will work closely with their counterpart to ensure continuity, consistency, and excellent outcomes for pupils.
We Can Offer You
- A welcoming, supportive and friendly school community
- Dedicated and collaborative staff team
- Opportunities for professional development
- A positive environment where staff wellbeing is valued
We reserve the right to review applications and conduct interviews as they are received. As a result, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. We therefore encourage interested applicants to apply at the earliest opportunity.
Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre-employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment
process.
Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
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