Key Stage 1 Teacher

Key Stage 1 Teacher

Location: Chester, Cheshire

Pay Scale: MPS (Main Pay Scale) | Daily Supply Option: £130 - £160 per day

Agency: Academics

Inspire Primary Success in Chester

Are you a passionate educator skilled at building phonics confidence and mathematical fluency? Academics is looking for an enthusiastic Key Stage 1 teacher to lead a vibrant class within a friendly primary school in Chester.

"Key Stage 1 bridges the gap between foundation learning and formal study - creating a bright, structured classroom turns early potential into achievement."

With potential to be paid on the Main Pay Scale (MPS), this long-term post is ideal for a teacher who wants consistent class ownership. Additionally, we provide a smooth transition into day-to-day supply (£130 - £160 per day) if flexible work suits you better or while long-term roles are being finalized. It's a fantastic opportunity for practitioners seeking valuable, practical experience in education and training.

Key Responsibilities

In your role as a Key Stage 1 teacher, you will take full responsibility for driving pupil achievement:

• Curriculum Execution: Plan and deliver structured Year 1 or Year 2 lessons tailored to diverse learning speeds.
• Phonics Mastery: Lead daily systematic synthetic phonics sessions to boost reading levels in Chester.
• Progress Tracking: Monitor pupil milestones and lead targeted interventions across Chester classrooms.
• Professional Growth: Collaborate with senior leadership to advance school-wide education and training goals.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with proven primary classroom experience.
• Prior success serving as a Key Stage 1 teacher across Lower Primary.
• Dedication to continuous self-improvement through structured education and training.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to process one through Academics).

Why Work with Academics in Chester?

Partnering with Academics as a Key Stage 1 teacher gives you direct access to top primary settings. We guarantee fair MPS compensation for long-term positions, flexible £130 - £160 daily supply options, and regular access to career-enhancing education and training modules throughout Chester.

To Apply:

Ready to make a lasting impression in primary education? Click apply now to send your CV to Academics today!

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