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Year 1 Primary Teacher

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 168 - 232 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

Expire in: 19 hours

Job Description

Do you want to join a welcoming primary school where you'll be supported by an experienced leadership team, have access to excellent professional development, and make a real difference to children's learning?

Year 1 Primary Teacher - Leighton Buzzard

Academics is working in partnership with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Leighton Buzzard to recruit a talented Year 1 Primary Teacher for a full-time role starting in September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher or an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to develop their career in a supportive school with a strong community ethos.

Position: Year 1 Primary Teacher

Location: Leighton Buzzard

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term with the potential to become permanent

Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

As the Year 1 class teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons, creating an inclusive classroom environment, and supporting pupils as they continue their transition through Key Stage 1.

What the School Offers

A welcoming and supportive Senior Leadership Team
A positive, collaborative staff culture
Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities (TLRs available for the right candidate)
Well-resourced classrooms and modern teaching facilities
Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning
A strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development
Convenient location with excellent transport links and local parkingThe Ideal Candidate Will Have

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Recent experience teaching within Key Stage 1, ideally Year 1
A strong understanding of the National Curriculum
A proven ability to plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons
High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour
Excellent classroom management skills
A positive, flexible, and collaborative approach to teaching
A genuine passion for helping every child reach their full potentialWhether you're an experienced teacher looking for your next challenge or an ECT eager to begin your career in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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If you're interested in this fantastic Year 1 Primary Teacher opportunity in Leighton Buzzard, apply today or contact the Academics team to find out more.

Year 1 Primary Teacher - Leighton Buzzard - September 2026

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