Year 1 Teacher Full Time

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Year 1 Teacher

Full timeMPS-UPS (Dependent on Experience)Location: Nelson, LancashireStart Date: September 2026 - fixed term

Veritas Education are currently recruiting for a Year 1 Teacher to join a thriving and and passionate staff team within a primary school based in Pendle Lancashire.

The school is committed to ensuring every child reaches their full potential through high-quality teaching, a broad and engaging curriculum, and a strong culture of respect and inclusion. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where pupils feel safe, valued and inspired to succeed. Professional development is highly valued, with leaders committed to supporting staff growth and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

This is a full time role and are looking for a teaching that has covered recent phonics teachiing. The school is a well-established and inclusive setting with a strong reputation for supporting pupils' academic and personal development and they want to continue to grow the development within Key stage 1 making sure each student is progessing, achieving targets.

The school provides a nurturing environment with a supportive leadership team and a strong focus on early Key Stage 1 learning. Pupils are encouraged to develop confidence and independence as they progress through Year 1.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience teaching within EYFS or Key Stage 1
• Deliver engaging and creative lessons
• Support early reading, writing and phonics development
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills
• Have high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues

The school offers:

• A supportive and approachable senior leadership team
• Well-behaved and enthusiastic pupils
• A welcoming and inclusive school culture
• Strong KS1 team collaboration and planning support
• Well-resourced classrooms and learning environments

Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and confident ECTs with relevant EYFS/KS1 experience.

Safeguarding:The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to:

• Enhanced DBS and barred list checks
• Qualified Teacher Status verification
• Right to work and identity checks
• Online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance
• Reference and employment history checks
• Prohibition from teaching checks
• Safer recruitment and pre-employment vetting checks

Any gaps in employment history will be discussed at interview.

To apply for this role, please send your CV to:Ddegnan@veritas-education.com