Year 1 Teacher

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Job description

Looking for a new and exciting challenge? Tradewind are looking to recruit an ambitious KS1 teacher with a passion and drive to raise educational attainment.

On behalf of our client school, Tradewind are looking to appoint a KS1 teacher for a full-time position in a fantastic one-form entry school in Dukinfield, Tameside.

This full-time Year 1 position will commence November 2021 and will run until January 2022. The school warmly encourage early career teachers to apply as well as those with more experience and will pay a competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience and stage of your career. Experience in Catholic schools would be beneficial and the ability to work well independently as well as within a team will be crucial to your success.

About the School

This is a 'Good' rated school that proudly offer a broad curriculum. which is accessible and exciting, and supports pupils academically, socially and spiritually. Children at this school are a respected part of the Christian community, and feel valued, safe and secure.

Pupils at this school benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with the local community, the rich and varied experiences created help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences provided equip young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

As the Year 1 Teacher:

-You will be responsible for carrying out professional duties and responsibilities in a Year 1 class of approximately 30 pupils.

-The ideal candidate will successfully set a vision and targets for pupil success and be confident in using their knowledge and expertise to monitor progress, give regular feedback and encourage the children to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.

-You will be responsible for planning and delivering various subjects across the curriculum. Differentiation and individualised learning strategies are vital skills required to meet the needs of all pupils who will have had varying degrees of success in their educational lives.

- Teachers at this school are encouraged to take a creative approach, seeking ways to positively engage with and motivate pupils. You will be confident in directing and utilising support staff within the classroom, in order to create a fun and effective learning environment for our pupils.

-You will be expected to promote the aims and objectives of the school and maintain its philosophy of education.

-You will be required to carefully monitor pupil progress (personally, socially, emotionally and academically) and adhere to all school policies.

Staff at this school are led by a dedicated Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team who work cohesively to transform educational outcomes and place children at the heart of all they do. Across the school, staff capitalise on their areas of expertise to support one another through shared experiences, planning and resources and effective CPD sessions.

To be successful in this Year 1 teaching role, you will:

Hold QTS Certification
Have experience teaching in a KS1 setting (Year 1 highly desirable)
Be available from January and make a commitment for the rest of the academic year
Be subject to an enhanced DBS check and overseas police check (if applicable)
Provide a CV covering the last 10 years employment with no gaps and provide 2 suitable references from your most recent roles in education.

The benefits of registering with Tradewind:

We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay
We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 30 to be exact!
Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a brilliant bonus!
Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement
Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this fantastic opportunity as a Year 1 teacher in Dukinfield, Tameside. Or for more information about the role, contact Charlotte on or alternatively email

We look forward to hearing from you and helping take you on the next step of your teaching career.

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first. We have the very best people to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you, to ensure we have a thorough understanding of your career goals and work hard on your behalf to secure you positions with great rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request) and plenty of development opportunities. We have more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, a brilliant referral bonus, full interview preparation, help with lesson planning, online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability and plenty more benefits by registering with Tradewind. Because our people matter most.

We specialise in matching teachers and support staff with their dream job, and help primary, secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 12 offices in the UK.

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