Year 1 teacher

Job Description

Year 1 Teacher - January 2026 to August 2026

Location: Leicester / Leicestershire
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (2 terms)
Start Date: January 2026
End Date: August 2026
Agency: Monarch Education

Monarch Education is supporting a welcoming and well‑resourced primary school in Leicester/Leicestershire to recruit a committed and creative Year 1 Teacher for two terms from January to August 2026
.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about early learning, phonics, and building children's confidence as they transition from EYFS into Key Stage 1.

You will:

• Deliver engaging, age‑appropriate lessons across the Year 1 curriculum
• Support early reading through strong phonics delivery (Little Wandle / Read Write Inc / Letters & Sounds - school dependent)
• Create a warm, structured and inclusive classroom environment
• Accurately assess pupil progress and adapt teaching to individual needs
• Work closely with the KS1 team, parents and support staff
• Contribute to wider school life and uphold school values

We're looking for:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Experience teaching in Year 1 or KS1 (ECTs with strong placements considered)
• A nurturing, patient and proactive teaching style
• Strong behaviour management and excellent communication skills
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality teaching and learning

• Competitive daily rates
• PAYE payroll - no umbrella deductions
• A dedicated consultant for ongoing support
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Opportunities for long‑term or permanent roles

If you're an enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher seeking a rewarding role from January to August 2026
, we'd love to hear from you.

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