Year 1 Class Teacher - Havering Primary

1st September start
Full Time
Posted 2 days ago
Expiring 19th December
Havering, London
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Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Year 1 Teacher to join our vibrant primary school community in Havering. This role aligns with our school's ethos of nurturing well-rounded, confident learners through a supportive and inclusive environment rooted in Catholic values. As a Year 1 Teacher, you will play a vital part in fostering curiosity, independence, and resilience among your pupils, helping them to realise their full potential. This is a full-time position, starting at the beginning of the academic year, with an expected duration of one year, subject to ongoing needs and performance. You will work closely with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to uphold our commitment to personalised education and holistic development. This role is covering a long term absence so is currently until Christmas but could be extended on a termly basis. Key Responsibilities: - Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and inclusive lessons for Year 1 pupils, ensuring activities meet the diverse needs and learning styles of children in line with the national curriculum and school’s educational principles. - Create a nurturing classroom environment that promotes mutual respect, confidence, and independence, reflecting the school’s Catholic ethos and values. - Support the individual needs of pupils through targeted interventions, including 1:1 support where required, to enable all children to access learning and develop their skills. - Monitor and record pupil progress regularly, providing constructive feedback to pupils and maintaining accurate and up-to-date assessments in accordance with school policies. - Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement effective curriculum planning and resources that reflect the school’s commitment to personalised learning and holistic development. - Foster positive relationships with pupils, parents, and the wider school community, promoting a sense of belonging and shared purpose aligned with the school’s inclusive ethos. - Participate in school events, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities to continually enhance teaching practice and contribute to the overall success of the school. - Uphold the school’s safeguarding policies and promote the safety and well-being of all pupils at all times. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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This school is a vibrant community committed to fostering the spiritual development of its pupils. It provides opportunities for children to explore and deepen their faith through acts of worship, including daily prayer and regular assemblies. The celebration of Mass and other religious events play a central role in promoting a shared sense of belonging and spiritual growth. The school aims to instil Gospel values that guide students throughout their lives, supporting their moral and personal development in a nurturing environment.

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To make sure you're getting bookings perfect for you, we will invite you to a 30-minute online interview with our team to learn about your experience, preferences and why you're passionate about working in education. You can do this through any smartphone or computer. If you'd prefer to interview in person at our office, just let us know. Recent regulation changes require us to see your documents for your right to work in the UK in person. This takes no more than 5 minutes, dropping by our offices in London or Manchester.

I'm still in a full-time job/ not looking to work straight away and just looking

If you're not ready to find another role, or, you're definitely still welcome to sign up. Registering with us and letting us know what you're looking for will help us to get in touch with you about roles you may be interested in!

I only have overseas experience. Is that OK?

Generally schools prefer teachers and TAs who are familiar with the UK Curriculum, but this can vary. We'd be happy to speak to you about your experience, and find out if we'd be able to help you find a role.

Vetting

What documents will I need to provide?

We'll need evidence of your identity, right to work and teaching qualifaction. In addition, we'll need an enhanced DBS certificate and references from two recent previous employers.

Can you apply for a DBS for me?

Yes. If you need a DBS or your DBS needs updating we can apply for one fore you. The cost of a DBS is £47.20 which we will reimburse once you have worked 10 days through Zen.

I don't have my documents right now. Can I still sign up?

Yes! You can sign up now and let us know what work you're looking for. You can return at any time to finish your profile and start getting bookings.

I don't have recent references, can I still sign up?

You can definitely still sign up! Once you've uploaded your CV, we'll be able to look at your experience, and help you figure out who would be best placed to act as your referees.

Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

What subjects do you cover?

We cover all subjects taught in primary and secondary schools - if you're not sure if we can help you with what you're looking for, please register and arrange to speak to a member of our Teacher Success team.

Do you do school admin jobs?

If you're looking for teaching or teaching assistant roles, and would also be interested in admin roles, it's worth letting us know. If you're only looking for admin roles, we might not be the place for you, as this isn't what we specialise in.

General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

What roles do you cover?

Start a conversation on chat or email support@zeneducate.com and our friendly team will get back to you shortly.