Primary Teacher

Year 1 Teacher – High SEND Needs Primary School Full-time | Starting after February Half Term Class Mate is working closely with a primary school seeking an experienced Year 1 Teacher to take on a full-time role starting after February half term. We're looking for a teacher who is confident, resilient, and genuinely enjoys a challenge. There are two Teaching Assistants in the classroom at all times, providing strong daily support. The role is initially to cover a period of staff absence, with the potential to continue until the end of the academic year. The role: * Full responsibility for a Year 1 class * Planning and delivering engaging, structured KS1 lessons * Managing behaviour with consistency, empathy, and clear routines * Working closely with two in-class TAs and the wider SEN team * Adapting teaching to meet a range of additional learning and emotional needs The ideal candidate will: * Hold QTS * Have strong KS1 experience, ideally in Year * Be calm, resilient, and solution-focused * Be someone who actively embraces challenge and thrives in demanding classrooms What Class Mate offers: * A primary-only specialist agency * Honest, transparent conversations about roles * Competitive daily rates, paid weekly * Ongoing support from a local consultant who understands the school