Job Description

An excellent opportunity has arisen at an Islamic Primary School in Leicester.

We are seeking a new KS1 Primary Teacher to join our dedicated teaching staff on a permanent and full-time basis.

The school's Senior Leadership Team (SLT) is looking for a confident and experienced individual to work in our Year 1 class.

As the new KS1 Primary Teacher, your responsibilities will include

teaching core subjects such as Mathematics, English, and Science, as well as preparing and delivering lesson plans aligned with the school curriculum.

To lead in the day to day running of Year 1 Class. To ensure continual improvement and high quality, engaging and fulfilling education within the classroom and further development in standards of teaching, learning and achievement in accordance with statutory requirements and the Every Child Matters agenda.

You will also coordinate activities and foster a positive learning environment, while providing encouragement, motivation, and inspiration to young minds.

If this opportunity sounds like the perfect fit for you as a KS1 Primary Teacher, please read on for further details.

- KS1 Primary Teacher:

Class: Year 1 Teaching the Primary Curriculum Creating stimulating displays to foster a positive learning environment Monitoring student progress Providing feedback to parents/guardians Participating in school events, such as outings and activities Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage with students, parents, and colleagues effectively. A solid background in Early Childhood Education principles and practices. Ability to educate students with patience, creativity, and enthusiasm, adapting teaching methods as necessary.
Additional Details:

Supportive Senior Leadership Team Friendly and collaborative atmosphere Ample opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Permanent position with full-time hours - Monday to Friday Location: Leicester, East Midlands
If you are interested in this KS1 Primary Teacher opportunity, we can arrange interviews and lesson observations immediately.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff members to share this commitment.

Essential requirements

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) Excellent knowledge of the Primary curriculum High expectations of pupil behaviour The ability to plan and deliver lessons across different year groups. To be able to work in partnership with class TA and other staff members. To create a safe, engaging, and positive learning environment The benefits of working as a Class Teacher for Darul Madinah Experience working in a school or educational setting Great collaboration and teamwork skills Basic computer skills A positive, empathetic, and loving attitude
Desirable Skills

Familiarity with the organisation Good interpersonal skills, courteous and friendly manners
Benefits

Ongoing training will be provided A team of highly enthusiastic individuals will be working with you to assist, support and guide Opportunity to work for an organisation with sound grounds and a well-known presence in the community Highly competitive remuneration package available for the right candidate Company pension On-site parking
Salary: Negotiable depending on qualification and experience.

Next Steps: After receiving the application, strong candidates will be interviewed. Successful candidates will be given a conditional offer.

Start Date: As soon as an enhanced DBS is received, and Mandatory online modules have been completed by the candidate.

This Class Teacher role is due to start in August 2025 at the start of the next academic year.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to satisfactory references.

Safeguarding Statement: Darul Madinah is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. The procedures include questioning at the interview stage, verification of appropriate qualifications, acquiring references, and necessary safety checks.

Data Protection Statement: Your data will be held securely and in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA), the EU Data Protection Directive 95/46/EC, the General Data Protection Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council (GDPR), and all applicable laws and regulations relating to Processing of Personal Data and privacy, including where applicable the guidance and codes of practice issued by the Information Commissioner.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,420.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person