Key Stage 1 Teacher

GAC Education is recruiting  enthusiastic and committed Key Stage 1 Teachers  to work across primary schools throughout  Kirklees , with a range of flexible and longer-term teaching opportunities available.
Working within Key Stage 1 gives you the opportunity to play an important part in the early stages of a child's education. You'll help pupils develop strong foundations in  reading, writing, maths, communication and independent learning , while creating a positive classroom where children feel confident, supported and ready to learn.
Whether you're looking for  day-to-day flexibility, short-term cover or a longer-term class teaching position , we're interested in hearing from teachers who can deliver engaging lessons, establish clear routines and adapt their approach to meet the different needs and abilities within the classroom.
You'll work closely with  Teaching Assistants, SEND staff and the wider school team , helping pupils build confidence, curiosity and the skills they need as they progress through primary education.

Plan and deliver engaging Key Stage 1 learning
Establish clear routines and a positive classroom environment
Support early reading, writing and mathematical development
Adapt activities for different abilities and additional needs
Monitor pupil progress and provide constructive feedback
Work closely with Teaching Assistants and the wider school team

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)  with experience in a primary school environment
Good knowledge and understanding of the  Key Stage 1 curriculum
Confident delivering engaging lessons across  English, maths and the wider primary curriculum
An understanding of  early reading and phonics
Able to differentiate and adapt learning for a range of abilities and additional needs
Strong  classroom and behaviour management , with the ability to establish positive routines
Able to assess pupil understanding and use this to support future learning
Confident working alongside  Teaching Assistants and other support staff
Able to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents/carers
Patient, organised, reliable and adaptable
Committed to creating an  inclusive and encouraging learning environment  where every child has the opportunity to progress

Competitive rates of pay
A choice of  day-to-day, short-term and long-term teaching opportunities
Flexible work that can fit around  your availability
Opportunities across a variety of  primary schools throughout Kirklees
Roles matched to your  experience, preferred year groups and availability
A  dedicated GAC Education consultant  who understands what you're looking for
Opportunities across  KS1 and the wider primary phase
The chance to experience different schools and find the environment that suits you
Support throughout the  registration, safeguarding and compliance process
Ongoing support throughout your assignments
Opportunities to develop relationships with schools and secure  repeat or longer-term bookings
No fees charged to work-seekers  for our work-finding services

Assignments may range from flexible day-to-day supply to longer-term roles, giving you the opportunity to work with different schools and classes across the area.
All applicants will be subject to thorough safer recruitment checks in line with KCSIE, including identity verification, Right to Work checks, employment reference checks covering the last two years, and an Enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List check.
GAC Education operates as an Employment Business when supplying temporary cover workers and as an Employment Agency when introducing candidates for permanent positions. Personal data is processed in accordance with UK GDPR.
Apply through  and a GAC Education consultant will contact you to discuss opportunities across Kirklees. You can also contact us on   office cation   or