December 2026 Start • Full-time • Long-term Maternity Cover Pay: Main Pay Scale / Paid to Teacher Pay Scale Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for your next teaching opportunity in Bristol? Axcis Education is seeking a passionate and committed Year 1 Teacher for a full-time, long-term maternity cover position within a primary school in Bristol, starting in December 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident teacher who enjoys working with younger children and supporting their development during an important stage of their education. You will take responsibility for a Year 1 class, delivering engaging lessons, creating a positive classroom environment and helping pupils build the foundations for future learning. The role offers a long-term opportunity with pay in line with the teacher pay scale, making it ideal for both experienced teachers and confident Early Career Teachers. About the Role As a Year 1 Primary Teacher, you will: • Take responsibility for teaching and learning within a Year 1 classroom • Plan and deliver engaging, creative and age-appropriate lessons • Deliver the Key Stage 1 curriculum and support pupils' progress across core subjects • Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment • Monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs • Support children's early development in reading, writing and mathematics • Establish positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and the wider school team The Ideal Candidate We're looking for a teacher who: • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • Has experience teaching within a primary school setting • Ideally has experience teaching Year 1 or Key Stage 1 • Has strong classroom and behaviour management skills • Can plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners • Is nurturing, enthusiastic and passionate about primary education • Can build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues • Is reliable, organised and confident taking responsibility for a class Early Career Teachers and experienced Primary Teachers are encouraged to apply. Why Apply? • Secure a full-time, long-term maternity cover position • Teach a Year 1 class during a key stage of children's development • Receive pay to scale, in line with your experience and qualifications • Gain valuable experience within a Bristol primary school • Work with a dedicated Axcis Education consultant • Access ongoing support throughout your placement Key Details • Role: Year 1 Primary Teacher • Location: Bristol • Setting: Mainstream Primary School • Year Group: Year 1 • Start Date: December 2026 • Duration: Long-term maternity cover • Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday • Pay: Paid to teacher pay scale Apply Today If you're a passionate Primary Teacher looking for a full-time Year 1 teaching opportunity in Bristol, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're an experienced Key Stage 1 teacher or an enthusiastic ECT ready for your next opportunity, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply today with Axcis Education! INDBRI <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Dan Davey on 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Dan Davey&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 4722400 | Ext: 2003</strong></strong>