Location: Enfield, London
Salary: £37,870 – £44,128 (M1–M4, pro rata)
Contract: Full-time | Temporary
Start Date: September 2026
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to M4.
Teach Now is working with a vibrant and welcoming primary school in Enfield to recruit a Year 1 Teacher for a short-term maternity cover at the start of the Autumn term (approximately 6–8 weeks). This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to gain valuable Key Stage 1 experience in a supportive environment.
About the Role
You will take responsibility for a well-behaved and settled Year 1 class with low levels of additional needs. The role is ideal for a confident and enthusiastic teacher who can quickly build rapport with pupils and maintain continuity of learning during this short-term cover.
The school prides itself on being a friendly, inclusive, and happy place to learn and work, with a strong emphasis on celebrating diversity and ensuring all members of the community feel valued and respected.
Key Responsibilities
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 curriculum
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Assess and monitor pupil progress
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers where required
• Ensure continuity of learning during the maternity cover period
Requirements
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 1 (Year 1 desirable)
• Strong classroom management skills
• Ability to engage and inspire young learners
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Open to ECTs as well as experienced teachers
What We Offer
• Competitive salary (M1–M4, pro rata)
• Supportive and welcoming school environment
• Opportunity to work with a well-behaved, established class
• Valuable experience in a high-quality primary setting
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teach Now consultant
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a positive and inclusive school community and make an immediate impact in a short-term teaching role.
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
Salary description
£37870.00 - £44128.00 per year