RECEPTION/YEAR 1 TEACHER – ACCRINGTON AREA

Location

Accrington

Roll: 198

Information

The Lancashire Teaching Agency are working with a fantastic primary school in Accrington, celebrated for its “Good” Ofsted rating. This position offers an excellent opportunity for experienced Teachers to contribute to the school’s already vibrant learning environment. The post is a full-time temporary position to cover a maternity leave starting from September 2024 and will last until the post holder’s return.

Day to Day of the role:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that adhere to the EYFS/Year 1 curriculum.
• Cultivate a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
• Assess student progress and provide individualised support.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to improve teaching practices.
• Maintain effective communication with parents and guardians to support student development.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• A commitment to creating an inspiring and supportive educational atmosphere.
• Excellent organisational and classroom management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with weekly payments, including holiday pay.
• Access to Reed Discount Club and Pension Scheme.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and safeguarding training.
• Support from a dedicated personal consultant.
• A variety of teaching roles available in the local area, including ad-hoc, long-term, and permanent positions.

Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.
Reed is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. 

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request. 

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Applications are by CV to Lancashire.teaching@reed.com
CV template attached.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.