Year 1 Teacher

Academics in Leeds are currently recruiting a year 1 teacher for a large 2 form entry primary school in South Leeds. The position is to start in September 2026 for at least 2 terms.

The role?

This full time position will be working within a year 1 class and will include planning differentiated lessons, marking and assessing all pupils and providing feedback to both parents/care through reports and meetings.

This is a mixed ability class so the year 1 teacher must be able to plan differentiated ad engaging lessons that meet the requirements of all. There is a support assistant in class.

As a year 1 teacher in this school you will be expected to follow the school ethos and behaviour policies which are all about positive re enforcements.

The school?

This school is currently rated by Ofsted as a 'good' school both academically and within the community. It is a large diverse school with pupils from different backgrounds and cultures.

Ideal candidate?

Fully qualified teacher
Experienced within KS1 classes, especially year 1
Experienced with lesson preparation and planning
Phonics experience
A valid DBS or willing to apply for one