Job description
Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career? Join us to work in a Supportive School Community as a Year 1 Class Teacher in East Tilbury! (ECTs welcome to apply!)
GSL Education are seeking a motivated and passionate Year 1 Class Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in East Tilbury. Whether you're an experienced educator or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young learners.
We work closely with a variety of schools across Essex, offering excellent career development opportunities, including leadership pathways. With competitive pay and dedicated consultant support, we’re here to help you find the perfect fit.
Position: Year 1 Class Teacher
Location: East Tilbury
Salary: £125 - £240 per day (£24,375 - £46,800), depending on experience and qualifications!
Contract Type: Full-time (part-time available)
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier if available)
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver High-Quality Lessons: Plan and teach engaging lessons that align with the KS1 curriculum and inspire a love of learning as a Year 1 Class Teacher.
- Meet Diverse Needs: As a Year 1 Class Teacher, differentiate instruction to support and challenge all pupils, ensuring inclusive and effective learning.
- Create a Positive Environment: Establish a safe, respectful, and stimulating classroom culture where students feel valued as a Year 1 Class Teacher.
- Track and Support Progress: Use assessments to monitor student development, provide feedback, and inform future planning.
- Collaborate with Staff: As a Year 1 Class Teacher, work closely with colleagues to share ideas, plan cross-curricular activities, and contribute to school-wide initiatives.
- Build Strong Partnerships: Communicate effectively with parents and carers to support student learning and well-being.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching in KS1.
- Solid understanding of the KS1 curriculum and assessment practices.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- A creative and reflective approach to teaching.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay rates
- Access to CPD training library with over £8000 worth of courses – at GSL we support your professional development!
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement
- An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.