Key Stage 1 Teacher

Key Stage 1 Teacher - Short-Term - Location: Stafford - Start Date: 21st September 2026.

📢Calling all Key Stage 1 Teachers!📢

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate Key Stage 1 teacher to join a welcoming school in the heart of Stafford; teaching a mixed Year 1 & 2 class on a short-term supply basis. This role is from the 21st September to 23rd October initially.

Whether you are seeking day-to-day supply work, shorter/longer-term teaching roles we can provide opportunities to suit your availability, experience and career goals. This role in particular includes supporting a welcoming school on a full-time, short-term supply basis. As a Key Stage 1 Teacher, you'll be responsible for delivering engaging lessons, maintaining positive classroom environments and ensuring continuity of learning at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

✏️Deliver high-quality lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum.
✏️Quickly manage classroom behaviour effectively in accordance with school policies.
✏️Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of individual pupils and classes.
✏️Provide feedback on pupil progress and learning where required.
✏️Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents where appropriate.
✏️Promote and safeguard the welfare of children at all times.

What we're looking for:

🌟Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.

🌟This role is open to ECT's.
🌟Recent experience teaching within a primary school setting.
🌟Confidence teaching within a mixed Year 1 & 2 class.
🌟A flexible, professional and enthusiastic approach to teaching.
🌟Availability for day-to-day supply, short-term placements and/or long-term roles.
🌟Holds an enhanced DBS on the update service (or is willing to obtain one).
🌟Can provide two recent professional references.
🌟Is able to commute to schools within Stafford/Penkridge/Cannock/Rugeley areas.
🌟Is fully registered (or willing to register) with Academics.

Pay: £130 - £170 per day, depending on experience and assignment. Holiday pay is included in the daily rate.

If you are a dedicated and adaptable Key Stage 1 Teacher looking for day-to-day supply work, short-term placements or long-term teaching opportunities in the Penkridge and Stafford areas we would love to hear from you. Click the APPLY NOW button below to send us your most recent CV for prompt consideration.

Academics is committed to safe recruitment practices, as well as safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people. All applicants are expected to uphold this commitment. Placements are subject to safeguarding and child protection checks in accordance with DfE policies, including verification of the right to work, employment references, and an enhanced DBS check.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.