Year 1/2 Teacher - Full-Time (6 Week Cover)


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Alcester, B95 6AY
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

Your new role

Location: South Warwickshire

Start Date: 1st September 2026Duration: 6 WeeksContract:

Full-TimePay: Competitive Daily Rate

A welcoming and supportive primary school is seeking an experienced Year 1/2 Teacher to join their team from 1st September for a 6-week maternity cover to cover a teacher undergoing a knee operation.

This is a full-time position and will include full planning, preparation and assessment responsibilities.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)✅ Recent experience teaching within Key Stage 1✅ Strong knowledge of the Year 1 and Year 2 curriculum✅ Experience delivering and managing Continuous Provision within a KS1 setting✅ Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills✅ The ability to quickly build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents

The Role:

Teaching a mixed Year 1/2 class

Full teaching responsibilities including planning and marking

Delivering engaging and creative lessons that inspire learning

Supporting pupils to achieve their full potential

Creating a positive and nurturing classroom environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced KS1 teacher who is confident about delivering high-quality teaching and has a strong understanding of continuous provision. Interested? Apply today or contact us for more information. Interviews and registrations are taking place now for a September start.

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