Year 1 Teacher

  • Empowering Learning
  • Newton Heath, Manchester
  • Feb 27, 2026
Seasonal Education

Job Description

Year 1 Teacher
Location: Newton Heath, Manchester
Start Date: Monday 13th April
Contract: Full Time - Summer Term
Salary: Paid in line with Teacher Pay Scales

A welcoming and supportive Primary School in Newton Heath, Manchester is seeking an experienced and committed Year 1 Teacher to join their team for the summer term, starting Monday 13th April.

The school is looking for a highly skilled practitioner who is confident delivering high-quality phonics teaching and can provide the consistency and structure that Year 1 pupils need at this important stage of their development.



The Role:

  • Full teaching responsibility for a Year 1 class

  • Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the KS1 curriculum

  • Delivering high-quality, systematic phonics teaching

  • Assessing, tracking and monitoring pupil progress

  • Providing clear structure, routines and consistency for pupils

  • Creating a positive, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment

  • Working closely with teaching assistants and the wider KS1 team

  • Attending staff meetings and contributing to the wider school community



The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • Have strong experience teaching in Key Stage 1

  • Be highly confident and experienced in delivering phonics

  • Demonstrate excellent classroom management and organisational skills

  • Be consistent, reliable and committed to maintaining high standards

  • Be passionate about ensuring every child makes progress



What the School Offers:

  • A supportive and collaborative leadership team

  • Engaged pupils who respond well to clear expectations

  • Well-established routines and planning support

  • Pay in line with teacher pay scales



How to Apply:

If you are a confident Year 1 Teacher with strong phonics experience and are available for the summer term in Newton Heath, we would love to hear from you.


Please apply online, send your CV to (url removed), or call (phone number removed) for more information.