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Key Stage 1 (KS1) Primary Teacher – Maternity Cover
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Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (London Fringe)
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Job Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
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Start Date: September
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Salary: Main Pay Scale to Upper Pay Scale – Fringe (£34,398 – £52,490 per annum, dependent on experience)
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Industry: Education and Training
Are you an inspiring and dedicated primary educator looking for your next rewarding classroom role?
We are partnering with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Watford to recruit a passionate Key Stage 1 Class Teacher. Starting this September, this full-time position will cover a period of maternity leave, offering the opportunity to lead a vibrant class of young learners through a crucial stage of their educational journey.
The school prides itself on a child-centred approach, a highly collaborative teaching culture, and excellent staff wellbeing. Whether you are an experienced KS1 specialist or an ambitious teacher looking to build your experience in a nurturing environment, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
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Inspiring Teaching: Plan, prepare, and deliver creative and engaging lessons aligned with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum.
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Progress Tracking: Assess, monitor, and record pupil development, ensuring every child is supported to reach their full academic and social potential.
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Inclusive Environment: Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom culture with high expectations for behaviour and learning.
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Collaboration: Work closely with the wider KS1 team, teaching assistants, and parents to ensure a seamless, high-quality learning experience.
What We Are Looking For:
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Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is mandatory.
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Curriculum Knowledge: A strong understanding of the KS1 framework, including early literacy, numeracy, and phonics strategies (e.g., Read Write Inc. or similar).
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Skills: Strong classroom management skills combined with a patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic approach.
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Commitment: Professional reliability to dedicate yourself fully to a full-time, 5-day-a-week schedule for the duration of the contract.
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Compliance: A valid enhanced Child DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to undergo one).
What the School Offers:
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A salary paid to scale on the London Fringe bracket (£34,398 – £52,490).
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A friendly, inclusive, and forward-thinking staff team.
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Dedicated PPA (Planning, Preparation, and Assessment) time and supportive senior leadership.
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Well-resourced classrooms and excellent professional development opportunities.
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Convenient transport links and parking facilities in Watford.
To Apply:
If you want to make a genuine difference in a fantastic local school from this September, please submit your up-to-date CV today. Immediate interviews and school visits are available.