Key Stage 1 (KS1) Teacher
Location: Crawley
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: MPS/UPS
Start date: September
Masterclass Education are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Key Stage 1 (KS1) Teacher to join our vibrant team at a 2-form entry primary school in Crawley. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality education to students in Years 1 and 2, fostering their academic, social, and emotional development in a nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons that meet the needs of students in Key Stage 1, following the national curriculum and school guidelines.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere where students feel safe, valued, and motivated to learn.
- Assess and monitor student progress regularly, using a variety of assessment methods to inform teaching and support individual learning needs.
- Establish strong partnerships with parents and carers, providing regular communication about student progress and opportunities for parental involvement in their child’s education.
- Collaborate with colleagues to plan and deliver cross-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities that enhance the KS1 learning experience.
- Implement effective behaviour management strategies to maintain a positive and respectful learning environment, promoting positive relationships and conflict resolution skills among students.
- Participate in professional development activities and contribute to the wider school community through involvement in school events, committees, and extracurricular activities.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification.
- Experience teaching in Key Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2) with a strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum and assessment requirements.
- Excellent knowledge of child development and effective teaching strategies for young learners.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
- A passion for creating an engaging and supportive learning environment that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusion.
- Organizational skills and the ability to plan and deliver creative and stimulating lessons that cater to the individual needs of students.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and a reflective approach to teaching practice.
Master Class are the leaders across the UK in providing a unique, personal, and bespoke service to our schools and candidates.
Masterclass Education offer many amazing benefits:
- Weekly pay (PAYE)
- A fantastic holiday scheme
- Specialised consultants on hand to help you with advice and support
- MCE Learning portal, you will have free access to all of our online learning in the latest education developments. (CPD recognised)
- Flexible work options to work around your personal circumstances.
Our focus at Masterclass is, and always will be, on helping education professionals find their dream position in a school where they will be able to truly excel. We are always happy to support ECTs and encourage applications from all Teachers and TAs of every experience and scale.
Masterclass Education work exclusively with a large amount of Primary, Secondary and SEN schools across the area who look for MCE staff to be with them on daily cover, short and long term contracts. Masterclass are a part of the REC and Crown Commercial Service, offering the most valued and trusted service.
