Job Description

Year 1 Class Teacher (Part-Time)

Location: Blackpool, FY4

Working Pattern: Thursday & Friday (08:30 - 16:00)

Contract Type: Term Time Only (ASAP Start - Easter minimum)

Salary: Negotiable (Based on experience) will be paid daily rate.

About Our Academy:

Children are firmly at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to offer a truly exceptional learning environment; our classrooms and outdoor play areas have been modernised and refurbished over recent years to provide a bright, stimulating, and state-of-the-art space for both pupils and staff.

We place great emphasis on our children mastering the basic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. These are the critical building blocks that enable our children to fully access our broad and rich curriculum. Our pupils leave us not only with excellent subject knowledge, but as caring, respectful, and enthusiastic learners who have an empathy and understanding of the world around them. This academy is easily accessed via central Blackpool and has onsite and very near local parking options available as well as a central bus line.

The Role:

This is an ideal opportunity for a teacher seeking the flexibility of part-time hours while still looking to find genuine enjoyment and fulfilment in teaching.

To support you in this role, core planning will be provided, although some professional contribution to lessons may be required at times to ensure the best outcomes for our pupils.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver engaging lessons to a Year 1 class every Thursday and Friday.

  • Prioritise the mastery of basic skills, ensuring every child builds a strong foundation.

  • Implement the Read Write Inc. Phonics scheme with confidence.

  • Foster a nurturing, tolerant, and respectful classroom atmosphere.

  • Make full use of our state-of-the-art technology and modernised learning environments.

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualifications: Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

  • ECT are welcome to apply.

  • Experience: Prior teaching experience specifically within Key Stage 1 (KS1).

  • Curriculum Knowledge: A strong understanding of the Read Write Inc. Phonics program.

  • Ability to provide some aid to lesson content.

Why Partner with Tradewind?

Your success is our priority. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way:

  • Top Pay: We fight to get you the highest possible rate of pay and provide expert financial advice.

  • Unmatched CPD: Get free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the incredible National College.

  • AWR protected after 12 weeks to ensure you are paid inline with the role.

  • Security & Well being: We are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer for four years running, committed to your well-being and protected by Agency Worker Regulations.

  • We Work to Your Schedule: We tailor the working week to you whether it's daily supply, long-term contracts, or even permanent positions.

Please submit your CV to apply outlining your relevant Teaching Assistant experience to this role.

For more information please contact Kara on 01772 977 333 / kara.gardner@twrecruitment.com.

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