Year 1 Teacher required, Leeds!

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Teacher looking for your next exciting opportunity in the Leeds area?

We’re working with a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Leeds that prides itself on creating a caring and inspiring environment where every child can thrive.

The Role:

As a Year 1 Teacher, you’ll play a vital role in guiding pupils through their early school journey — building confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. You’ll deliver creative, engaging lessons that support each child’s individual needs and help them reach their full potential. The role is full time, Monday to Friday starting ASAP and is an ongoing contract.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Has experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally Year 1.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Brings energy, creativity, and a positive attitude to the classroom.
• Is committed to fostering a happy, inclusive, and high-achieving learning environment.
• Has a minimum of 6-months experience teaching the UK Primary Curriculum.

The School Offers:

• A welcoming and supportive team of staff.
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring.
• A well-resourced and modern learning environment.
• Strong community spirit and values-led ethos.

Working with Maze Recruitment Group:

• We have been working with schools in Yorkshire for over 20 years. We work directly with headteachers and trusts, due to our long-standing relationships.
• We are a recommended DfE Education Recruitment Agency.
• We pay all our staff fairly in line with AWR so your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee from day one.
• You will have a dedicated education consultant who work on your behalf and offer ongoing support and guidance.
• You will have access to whole range of Accredited CPD free of charge.
• You have access to our Referral Scheme where you can earn up to £200 bonus for each of your friends you refer to us, once they have completed the qualified period.
• You can earn exciting rewards and bonus’ to top up your income.
• You have access to a range of additional services and workshops beyond assistance in your search for employment.

How to apply

You can apply for this role via this advert or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications mentioned above, and all teachers require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

Maze Recruitment Group is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications, we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3-5 days.

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