Job Description

Year 1 Class Teacher - Blackburn

September 2026 Start | 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract | MPS/UPS

Exclusively Managed by Veritas Education

Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity in a highly sought-after school?

Veritas Education is proud to be recruiting on behalf of one of Blackburn's most desirable Primary Schools, seeking an outstanding Year 1 Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026 on a 1-year fixed-term contract.

This is a rare opportunity to become part of a thriving school with an excellent reputation, strong leadership, and a warm, supportive culture where both pupils and staff are encouraged to flourish. The school boasts enthusiastic learners, engaged families, and a committed leadership team that places staff wellbeing and professional development at the heart of everything they do.

The Opportunity

Full-time Year 1 Class Teacher position

September 2026 start

1-year fixed-term contract

Supportive and experienced leadership team

Well-resourced classrooms and learning environments

Excellent behaviour and positive attitudes to learning

Opportunities for professional growth and career progression

We Are Looking For

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

A teacher who can inspire, motivate and nurture young learners

Strong knowledge of the Key Stage 1 curriculum

Passion for delivering engaging and creative lessons

Commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for every childApplications are welcomed from both ECTs seeking an exceptional start to their teaching career and experienced teachers looking for their next exciting challenge.

Why Apply?

✔ Join one of Blackburn's most popular and respected Primary Schools

✔ Work within a supportive and collaborative team

✔ Benefit from excellent CPD and development opportunities

✔ Teach enthusiastic pupils who love learning

✔ Be part of a school that genuinely values its staff

Apply Today

This is expected to be a highly competitive vacancy, and early applications are strongly encouraged.

For further information or to apply, contact:

Ben Tsui

Veritas Education

(phone number removed)

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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 interviewVeritas 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