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Year 1 Primary Teacher – Maternity Cover

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December 2026 Start • Full-time • Long-term Maternity Cover
Pay: Main Pay Scale / Paid to Teacher Pay Scale

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for your next teaching opportunity in Bristol?
Axcis Education is seeking a passionate and committed Year 1 Teacher for a full-time, long-term maternity cover position within a primary school in Bristol, starting in December 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident teacher who enjoys working with younger children and supporting their development during an important stage of their education. You will take responsibility for a Year 1 class, delivering engaging lessons, creating a positive classroom environment and helping pupils build the foundations for future learning.
The role offers a long-term opportunity with pay in line with the teacher pay scale, making it ideal for both experienced teachers and confident Early Career Teachers.

About the Role
As a Year 1 Primary Teacher, you will:
• Take responsibility for teaching and learning within a Year 1 classroom
• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and age-appropriate lessons
• Deliver the Key Stage 1 curriculum and support pupils' progress across core subjects
• Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs
• Support children's early development in reading, writing and mathematics
• Establish positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and the wider school team

The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for a teacher who:
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience teaching within a primary school setting
• Ideally has experience teaching Year 1 or Key Stage 1
• Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Can plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners
• Is nurturing, enthusiastic and passionate about primary education
• Can build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
• Is reliable, organised and confident taking responsibility for a class
Early Career Teachers and experienced Primary Teachers are encouraged to apply.

Why Apply?
• Secure a full-time, long-term maternity cover position
• Teach a Year 1 class during a key stage of children's development
• Receive pay to scale, in line with your experience and qualifications
• Gain valuable experience within a Bristol primary school
• Work with a dedicated Axcis Education consultant
• Access ongoing support throughout your placement

Key Details
• Role: Year 1 Primary Teacher
• Location: Bristol
• Setting: Mainstream Primary School
• Year Group: Year 1
• Start Date: December 2026
• Duration: Long-term maternity cover
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Pay: Paid to teacher pay scale

Apply Today
If you're a passionate Primary Teacher looking for a full-time Year 1 teaching opportunity in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're an experienced Key Stage 1 teacher or an enthusiastic ECT ready for your next opportunity, this could be the perfect role for you.

Apply today with Axcis Education!

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