Job description

Job Title: Primary Teacher – KS1
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £120 – £250 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Part-time / Full-time

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Teacher with a passion for teaching Key Stage 1 pupils?

GSL Education are currently seeking an inspiring and committed Primary Teacher to join a welcoming school in Nottingham, focusing on KS1 from September 2025. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ECT, this is a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact in a supportive learning environment.

Role Overview:
As a Primary Teacher in KS1, you will be responsible for delivering a creative and engaging curriculum that promotes early literacy and numeracy, while fostering pupils’ emotional and social development. You will work closely with colleagues, support staff, and parents to ensure each child thrives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver effective and imaginative lessons for KS1 pupils.
  • Assess and track student progress, identifying areas for additional support.
  • Create a nurturing classroom environment where children feel safe and valued.
  • Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and wider staff teams.

Requirements for Primary Teacher – KS1:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
  • Experience teaching in KS1 is desirable.
  • A strong understanding of the KS1 national curriculum.
  • A child-centred approach to teaching and learning.
  • An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years with any gaps explained and an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

GSL Education Offers:

  • Competitive pay rates in line with your experience and responsibilities.
  • Local, personalised support from experienced consultants.
  • Access to CPD opportunities and career progression.
  • Ethical recruitment practices prioritising your needs and wellbeing.

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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.


As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.


To apply for the Primary Teacher role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss your application.