Class Teacher
Trewirgie Infants' School, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 2SZ18 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
18 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
30 April 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time: 1.0 FTE
Contract type
- Fixed term - Until August 2027
Pay scale
- M1 - M6
What skills and experience we're looking for
Trewirgie Infant School is seeking an enthusiastic, reflective and child‑centred KS1 Teacher to join our dedicated and forward‑thinking Progress KS1 Team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative, nurturing infant school community, teaching in either Year 1 or Year 2, depending on the strengths of the successful candidate.
We are a school where children’s curiosity, independence and wellbeing sit at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a teacher who shares our belief that every child can thrive when they feel valued, supported and challenged.
About the Role
As a KS1 Teacher at Trewirgie Infant School, you will:
Teach a class in Year 1 or Year 2, depending on experience and suitability.
Work closely with colleagues in our KS1 Team, contributing to shared planning, assessment and curriculum development.
Deliver high‑quality, engaging lessons that build on children’s early learning foundations and support smooth progression from EYFS into KS1.
Use assessment effectively to identify next steps, track progress and ensure all children make strong, sustained progress.
Apply WalkThrus strategies to support consistent, evidence‑informed teaching and learning across the phase.
Create a warm, inclusive classroom environment where children feel safe, confident and excited to learn.
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SEN staff and wider colleagues to meet the needs of all learners.
Build positive relationships with parents and carers, communicating clearly and regularly about children’s learning and wellbeing.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a teacher who:
Has a strong understanding of KS1 pedagogy, including phonics, early reading, early writing, and mastery approaches in maths.
Demonstrates a secure knowledge of foundation skills, ensuring children develop the essential building blocks needed for future learning.
Has experience using WalkThrus to support instructional routines, behaviour expectations and high‑quality teaching practice.
Brings a clear drive to raise standards for all children, with high expectations for progress, behaviour and engagement.
Understands the importance of continuous provision and play‑based learning, particularly in Year 1.
Can adapt teaching to meet a wide range of needs, including SEND, EAL and varying levels of prior attainment.
Uses assessment tools confidently (e.g., phonics screening, KS1 moderation expectations).
Values teamwork and enjoys working collaboratively to develop shared planning and consistent practice.
Has excellent communication skills and a warm, nurturing approach to building relationships with young children.
Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and the wellbeing of every child.
We Can Offer You
A welcoming, supportive staff team who work collaboratively and celebrate each other’s strengths.
Children who are enthusiastic, curious and eager to learn.
An experienced team where CPD lies at the heart of our staff development, ensuring you are supported to grow, reflect and refine your practice.
A school that invests in professional development and encourages reflective practice.
A positive, nurturing environment where wellbeing is prioritised for both staff and pupils.
Opportunities to contribute to whole‑school development and shape the future of our KS1 provision
What the school offers its staff
Working for TPAT and Benefits
‘The Trust that Schools want to join’ Ofsted - 2019
We are an inclusive and progressive Trust and believe that all children and young people should have the best possible life chances. If you share this belief, we would love you to work with us.
We care about our staff and value their skills, contribution and expertise. Our commitment to growing great people means that we support staff in their own professional growth and development and empower them through support and career opportunities. Whether you choose to work in one of our schools, or are based in our central team, you will thrive in a stimulating, friendly and diverse environment that nurtures talent and celebrates success.
If you choose to work for us, you will receive:
- A competitive salary
- National terms and conditions of employment and access to either Teachers Pension or Local Government Pension Schemes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye voucher scheme
- Access to CPD and career pathways to further develop your career
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides employees with free confidential advice and support on a variety of personal, family or workplace issueshhtps://www.employeeassistance.org.uk/
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Trewirgie Infants' School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 7
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 287 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 7
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Trewirgie Infants' School website
- Email address
- recruitment@tpacademytrust.org
- Phone number
- 01209 216111
Our school is a stimulating, attractive, well-resourced environment where children are encouraged to develop independence, initiative, self-confidence and a sense of responsibility.
Arranging a visit to Trewirgie Infants' School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@tpacademytrust.org.
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