KS1 Teacher

Description:

KS1 Teacher – January 2026 – Hindley, Wigan

Location: Hindley, Wigan
Role: KS1 Teacher
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS, dependent on experience

A friendly and inclusive primary school in the Hindley area of Wigan is seeking a dedicated KS1 Teacher to join their team from January 2026.

The school is part of a local primary academy trust and has a strong focus on creating a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to become confident, independent learners.

The successful teacher will work as part of a collaborative team and will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that support children's academic and personal development.

The school is well positioned for candidates travelling from Hindley, Wigan, Ince, Platt Bridge, Leigh and Atherton. There are good road connections via the A577 and A58, while Hindley railway station offers connections towards Wigan and Manchester.

The ideal candidate will:

Hold QTS
Have experience teaching KS1 or a strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum
Be confident teaching phonics and early reading
Have high expectations for pupil progress
Create a positive and engaging classroom environment
Have strong behaviour management skills
This role would suit an experienced KS1 Teacher or an ECT looking to begin their career within a supportive primary school.

Please apply today to be considered for this January 2026 opportunity, or contact the Teaching Personnel Wigan & Warrington Branch for more information.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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