Primary Teacher, Year 1

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference Nelson_1793871343
Closing date December 5, 2026
Location Blackburn, United Kingdom. Burnley, United Kingdom. Skipton, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Year 1 Primary Teacher

Nelson, Lancashire | January 2027 Start | Main and Upper Pay Scale

An outstanding school. A sought-after opportunity. Your next chapter.

Veritas Education is exclusively recruiting a Year 1 Teacher for an outstanding, highly sought-after primary school in Nelson.

Starting in January 2027, this is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who loves bringing learning to life and helping young children build the foundations for future success.

The opportunity

You will take responsibility for a Year 1 class, creating an engaging and nurturing learning environment where children feel confident to participate, explore and achieve. Through thoughtful teaching and strong relationships, you will support pupils as they progress through this important stage of Key Stage 1.

We would love to hear from you if you:

  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with experience in EYFS or Key Stage 1.

  • Have a strong understanding of phonics, early reading and the Year 1 curriculum.

  • Plan creative, purposeful lessons that meet the needs of all learners.

  • Combine high expectations with a warm, encouraging approach.

  • Value teamwork and positive relationships with families.

    • Why apply?

  • Join an outstanding, highly sought-after primary school.

  • Receive a salary on the Main or Upper Pay Scale, dependent on experience.

  • Benefit from a dedicated point of contact at Veritas throughout the recruitment process.

    • Interested? Let's talk.

    For more information or to apply, send your CV to Ben Tsui at Veritas Education or call 01772 846610 for a confidential conversation.

    This vacancy is exclusively managed by Veritas Education.

    Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and the required safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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