Year 1 Class Teacher

Primary Teacher – Maternity Cover – Birkenhead Location: Birkenhead
Employer: The Education Specialists (TES)
Start Date: After October Half Term 2026
Contract: Long-term Maternity Cover
Salary: £160 – £250 per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time
Primary Teacher – Maternity Cover Opportunity The Education Specialists (TES) are delighted to be working with a welcoming and well-established one-form-entry primary school in Birkenhead, who are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Teacher to cover a maternity leave from after the October half-term.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a close-knit school community where staff work collaboratively to provide a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment for pupils.
The school is looking for a teacher who can quickly establish positive relationships with pupils, deliver engaging lessons and become a valued member of the school team for the duration of the maternity cover.
About the Role You will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning to a primary class, planning and adapting lessons to meet the needs of all pupils and supporting their academic and personal development.
The successful teacher will:

• Deliver engaging and purposeful lessons across the primary curriculum
• Plan and differentiate learning to meet a range of abilities and needs
• Establish positive relationships with pupils and maintain high expectations
• Manage behaviour effectively using positive and consistent strategies
• Assess and track pupil progress, adapting teaching where necessary
• Work closely with teaching assistants and other members of staff
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and contribute to the wider school community
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment

About the School This one-form-entry primary school in Birkenhead offers a friendly and supportive environment where staff are encouraged to work collaboratively and share best practice.
The school has a strong sense of community and is looking for a teacher who will embrace its values and contribute positively to school life.
You will be supported by an experienced leadership team and a dedicated staff body throughout your placement.
What We’re Looking For

• QTS (or equivalent teaching qualification)
• Recent experience teaching within a primary school
• Strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to differentiate and adapt teaching effectively
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A positive, flexible and proactive approach
• Commitment to creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment

Both experienced teachers and ECTs with suitable primary school experience are encouraged to apply.
What TES Offers

• Competitive PAYE daily rates of £160 – £250
• Long-term, stable maternity cover opportunities
• Access to exclusive roles across our partner schools
• Ongoing CPD, including access to SEN and behaviour training
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• £150 referral bonus
• Support with registration and compliance
• Opportunities to build strong relationships with schools across the Wirral

Apply Now If you’re a passionate Primary Teacher looking for a long-term maternity cover from after October half term, we’d love to hear from you.
With schools already securing teachers for the autumn term, now is the perfect time to register with The Education Specialists and secure your next teaching opportunity in Birkenhead.
Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply.
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check, and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.