Year 1 Class Teacher - Bexley Primary

2nd November start
Full Time
Posted about 2 hours ago
Expiring 11th December
Bexley, London
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Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Primary Teacher to join our vibrant team for a Year 1 cover role on a full-time basis. This position aligns with our school's ethos of fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. The successful candidate will contribute to our commitment to providing high-quality education rooted in our core values of respect, resilience, creativity, and collaboration. The role will commence as soon as possible and is expected to last for the duration of the cover, supporting our school’s mission to inspire lifelong learners within a caring community. Key Responsibilities: - Deliver engaging and effective lessons to Year 1 students, ensuring the curriculum is accessible and tailored to individual needs in line with the school's inclusive ethos. - Plan and prepare lesson materials that promote curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning, reflecting the school's focus on personalised education. - Assess student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching strategies to support each child's development. - Support the social and emotional wellbeing of pupils, fostering a safe and respectful classroom environment that encourages positive behaviour and mutual respect. - Collaborate with colleagues, teaching assistants, and external professionals to deliver a cohesive and supportive learning experience. - Manage the classroom environment efficiently, ensuring a positive, organised, and stimulating space conducive to learning. - Uphold the school's safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all pupils at all times. - Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding pupil progress and development in a professional and respectful manner. - Contribute to the wider school community through participation in school events and continuous professional development activities. 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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We are a large 3 form entry school. Even though we are big there is still a family feel where the children always come first. We are a Church of England school.

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    Primary school in Haringey • Full Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 16 Jul 2027
    Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant primary school community in Haringey. This role is integral to supporting our school's mission to provide an inclusive, nurturing, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. The successful candidate will work full-time, primarily supporting individual pupils in the afternoons through 1:1 assistance, as well as collaborating with KS1 classes to promote their learning and development. This position offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the educational journey of our young learners within a school that values collaboration, respect, and a commitment to high standards. Key Responsibilities: - Provide tailored 1:1 support to individual pupils in the afternoons, ensuring their specific learning needs are met in accordance with personalised education plans. - Assist classroom teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons across KS1, supporting the implementation of the curriculum in line with the school's educational ethos. - Support pupils with behavioural, emotional, or social needs, fostering a positive and respectful classroom environment. - Aid in the preparation of classroom resources and learning materials to facilitate effective teaching and learning experiences. - Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers to inform future planning and personalised support strategies. - Promote independence and confidence among pupils, encouraging their active participation in learning activities. - Uphold the school's values of kindness, resilience, and respect in all interactions with pupils and staff. - Contribute to a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environment, ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are strictly followed. 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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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.

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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.

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