KS1 Teacher
£141 - £163 per day
Cheshunt
Are you an enthusiastic Key Stage 1 educator dedicated to giving young children the strongest possible foundation for their learning journey?
Can you build an engaging, well-structured classroom setting that nurtures early literacy, numeracy, and personal development?
Are you looking for an immediate-start, long-term teaching role within a collaborative primary school?
We are seeking a qualified KS1 Teacher (QTS) for an immediate-start, long-term role at an established partner Primary School in Cheshunt. Focusing on Year 1 and Year 2 classes, this school provides a warm, stimulating environment committed to academic progress and pupil well-being. We are looking for a creative practitioner skilled in delivering systematic phonics, differentiating instruction for varying abilities, coordinating classroom support staff, and ensuring every young learner thrives.
Your Responsibilities
- Key Stage 1 Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver lively, structured lessons closely aligned with KS1 National Curriculum objectives to support early developmental milestones.
- Early Literacy & Numeracy Focus: Utilize systematic synthetic phonics programmes, hands-on maths apparatus, and guided reading sessions to accelerate early progress.
- Classroom Support Direction: Guide and partner with classroom Teaching Assistants to foster an orderly, positive, and inclusive learning space.
- Formative Assessment & Tracking: Monitor pupil progress through regular assessment benchmarks, identifying learning gaps early and celebrating individual achievements.
- Targeted Intervention Collaboration: Work closely with the SENCO and inclusion staff to implement effective interventions for pupils with SEND and EAL requirements.
- Parental Partnerships: Cultivate welcoming, consistent communication with parents and carers to reinforce learning habits and confidence at home.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Essential. We welcome applications from experienced Key Stage 1 practitioners as well as motivated Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with UK classroom experience.
- Curriculum & Phonics Knowledge: Strong understanding of early primary pedagogy, phonics screening check preparation, and positive behaviour reinforcement.
- Patience & Empathy: An approachable, supportive, and calm manner that makes younger learners feel safe, confident, and motivated.
- Collaborative Mindset: A proactive willingness to share ideas, plan cooperatively, and contribute to the broader school community.
- Vetting Requirements: An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or readiness to process a new check through Randstad).
Why Partner with Randstad?
- Competitive Daily Rates: £141 - £163 per day
- Immediate Long-Term Role: Secure a stable placement straight away at a supportive primary school in Cheshunt with excellent facilities.
- Free CPD Training: Access accredited professional courses, including Phonics Mastery, SEND Strategies, and Advanced Safeguarding, to boost your career.
- Dedicated Consultant Support: Personalised career guidance from Neeraj, your dedicated recruitment specialist with extensive Hertfordshire market expertise.
- Referral Bonus: Receive a £300 retail voucher for every qualified teacher or education support professional you refer to Randstad!
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.
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