Academics Ltd
Key Stage 1 Teacher
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Key Stage 1 Teacher - Day-to-Day/Short-Term/Long-Term
Location: Rugeley/Penkridge/Stafford
Start Date: September 2026
We are currently recruiting for experienced and passionate Key Stage 1 teachers to join an established, trusted supply agency supporting local primary schools on a daily, short-term and long-term basis. We work with a variety of schools across Stafford, Penkridge and Rugeley, offering flexible opportunities across the Key Stage 1 age range.
Whether you are seeking day-to-day supply work, shorter/longer-term teaching roles we can provide opportunities to suit your availability, experience and career goals. You will be working in a variety of different school settings, building valuable relationships and gaining varied classroom experience. As a Key Stage 1 Teacher, you'll be responsible for delivering engaging lessons, maintaining positive classroom environments and ensuring continuity of learning at all times. You will have the ability to adapt to a variety of school settings whilst confidently teaching across a range of Key Stage 1 classes.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum.
- Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes pupil engagement and achievement at all times.
- Quickly manage classroom behaviour effectively in accordance with school policies.
- Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of individual pupils and classes.
- Provide feedback on pupil progress and learning where required.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents where appropriate.
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of children at all times.
What we're looking for:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
- Recent experience teaching within a primary school setting.
- Confidence teaching across a range of KS1 settings.
- A flexible, professional and enthusiastic approach to teaching.
- Availability for day-to-day supply, short-term placements and/or long-term roles.
- Holds an enhanced DBS on the update service (or is willing to obtain one).
- Can provide two recent professional references.
- Is able to commute to schools within Stafford/Penkridge/Cannock/Rugeley areas.
- Is fully registered (or willing to register) with Academics.
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Pay: £130 - £180 per day, depending on experience and assignment. Holiday pay is included in the daily rate.
If you are a dedicated and adaptable Key Stage 1 Teacher looking for day-to-day supply work, short-term placements or long-term teaching opportunities in the Penkridge and Stafford areas we would love to hear from you. Click the APPLY NOW button below to send us your most recent CV for prompt consideration.
Academics is committed to safe recruitment practices, as well as safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people. All applicants are expected to uphold this commitment. Placements are subject to safeguarding and child protection checks in accordance with DfE policies, including verification of the right to work, employment references, and an enhanced DBS check.
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