Year 1 Teacher Jobs in Leicester
Year 1 Teacher roles in Leicester and the surrounding area
Are you a Year 1 teacher looking for work in Leicester? Mana Education places primary teachers in primary and infant schools across Leicester and the surrounding area, from day-to-day supply and long-term cover to permanent posts.
Job Highlights
- Location: Leicester, Leicestershire, 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 Leicester, including Belgrave, Rushey Mead, Highfields, Evington, Braunstone, Beaumont Leys, Aylestone, Knighton and Hamilton, and the surrounding towns, including Oadby, Wigston, Birstall, Thurmaston, Syston, Glenfield and Blaby.
How much could you earn?
Our advertised daily pay ranges are shown below. Rates depend on the role, school, experience and responsibilities; your consultant will confirm the rate and payment arrangements for each assignment.
Supply staff are paid weekly, a week in hand. For long-term teaching assignments, we aim to pay to scale from day one wherever possible. Permanent salaries are confirmed for the individual vacancy.
Why work with Mana Education?
- Local knowledge: Our team works with schools across Leicester and the surrounding area, 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 Meridian Trust, Anglian Learning, Brooke Weston Trust, Thomas Deacon Education Trust, Peterborough Diocese Education Trust and Keys Academy Trust.
What can a Year 1 teacher expect in Leicester?
Year 1 roles in Leicester are in all-through primaries across the city and in infant schools such as Catherine Infant, Merrydale Infant and Imperial Avenue Infant School, many with large classes and a lively mix of cultures and languages.
Because so many Leicester children are learning English, Year 1 teachers combine phonics with plenty of talk, vocabulary and modelling. Experience of supporting EAL learners is a real advantage.
Year 1 is the first year of KS1, when children move from play-based learning into more formal lessons. Daily systematic synthetic phonics and preparation for the Phonics Screening Check in June are central to the role.
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
Do Leicester Year 1 classes have many EAL pupils?
Many do. Experience of teaching phonics to children learning English is a real advantage.
When is the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check?
It takes place in June. Children who do not meet the expected standard retake it in Year 2.
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 Leicester Consultant at Mana Education, who will guide you through the application process.
For further information, contact us directly:
Phone: 01162 505459 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.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're a Year 1 teacher seeking flexible supply or permanent positions in Leicester, apply now to discover a variety of opportunities. Schools in need of primary teachers can also reach out to discuss staffing requirements.
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.
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