Year 1 teaching roles in Peterborough and the surrounding areas

Are you looking for a Year 1 teaching job in Peterborough? Mana Education places Year 1 class teachers in primary schools and academies across the city and nearby villages, from day-to-day supply and long-term cover to permanent posts.

Job Highlights

• Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, and surrounding areas
• Job type: Supply, long-term and permanent – immediate starts available
• Salary: Daily rate from the unqualified scale up to MPS or UPS, depending on experience
• Year group: Year 1 (ages 5 to 6)
• Key stage: KS1

We cover schools across Peterborough, including Hampton, Orton, Werrington, Bretton, Stanground and the city centre, as well as Market Deeping, Whittlesey, Yaxley, Thorney, Eye, Crowland, Stamford, Oundle, Spalding and Wisbech.

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Why work with Mana Education?

• Local knowledge: Our Peterborough team has worked with schools in the area since 2009, so we know the schools, the leadership teams and what they look for.
• Flexible work: Choose day-to-day supply, a long-term placement or a permanent role, and switch as your circumstances change.
• Paid weekly: Supply staff are paid weekly, and long-term assignments aim to pay to scale from day one.
• A named consultant: One point of contact who knows your subject specialism and preferred travel distance.
• Trusted across the region: Mana Education is an approved supplier on the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) framework RM6376 and works with over 600 schools, including Thomas Deacon Education Trust, Peterborough Diocese Education Trust, Keys Academy Trust, Hampton Academies Trust, Nene Education Trust, Voyage Education Partnership, Meridian Trust and Anglian Learning.

What can a Year 1 teacher expect in Peterborough?

Year 1 is a big step from Reception. Children move from play-based learning towards more structured lessons, so Year 1 teachers need to make that transition gentle, keeping practical and play-based activities while building focus and independence.

Phonics is at the heart of Year 1. In June, children take the statutory Phonics Screening Check, and Peterborough schools put real emphasis on daily, systematic phonics so every child can decode confidently. Many classes include children learning English as an additional language, who benefit from rich talk and plenty of reading aloud.

Teachers also build early number sense, handwriting and simple sentence writing, along with science, history, geography and the arts through engaging topics.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging lessons across the Year 1 curriculum
• Teach daily systematic synthetic phonics
• Prepare children for the Phonics Screening Check
• Assess progress and give feedback that moves learning on
• Work closely with teaching assistants, parents and the SENCO
• Create a safe, positive and well-organised classroom

Who we're looking for

• Qualified primary teachers (QTS or QTLS)
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking for their first post or induction placement
• Experienced teachers returning to the profession or looking for flexible supply work
• Overseas-trained teachers with the right to work in the UK
• Teachers with recent experience in Year 1 or the same key stage

Frequently asked questions

When is the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check?
It takes place in June. Year 1 teachers prepare children through daily phonics teaching throughout the year.

Is Year 1 more play-based than other years?
Many Peterborough schools keep some continuous provision in Year 1 to help children settle after Reception.

How quickly can I start?
Once your registration and safeguarding checks are complete, many teachers start within days.

How to Apply

Ready to find out more? Click ‘Apply Now’ or click on the chat icon at the bottom of the screen to connect with our Peterborough Consultant at Mana Education, who will guide you through the application process.

For further information, contact us directly:
Phone: 01733 852592 or freephone 0800 0 255 144
Email: ed@manaeducation.co.uk

Your privacy is important to us – we never share or discuss your information without written consent.

Our Commitment to Quality and Safeguarding

Mana Education is REC Education-audited and authorised by the Government Commercial Agency (GCA). We pride ourselves on fair pay and strict compliance, ensuring safe, rewarding placements for both teachers and students.

Safeguarding

Mana Education is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable individuals. All teaching assignments go through a comprehensive vetting process, including Enhanced DBS Checks, List 99 checks, Overseas Police Checks (where applicable), and Professional References.

Diversity and Inclusion

As an equal opportunity employer, Mana Education is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe a commitment to diversity strengthens our organisation and the schools we serve.