Job Description

Role:

Year 1 Teachers

Location:

Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Start date:

September 2025

Contract:

Full-time, temporary or long-term (flexible depending on your availability and goals)

Salary:

32,916-45,351 per annum (dependent on experience/qualifications)
Plus up to 375 Welcome Bonus - our way of saying thank you for choosing Heart of Supply! (T&Cs apply)

About the role

Are you a nurturing, creative Year 1 teacher looking for your next opportunity in September? Heart of Supply is working closely with a number of warm and welcoming schools across Lincoln and the surrounding areas to recruit passionate KS1 teachers with a specialism in early learning.

This is a wonderful chance to support pupils as they take their first big steps into primary education. Whether you're looking for flexible supply work, a short-term post or a longer-term role, we'll match you with a school that aligns with your teaching style, strengths and priorities.

Year 1 is such an important transitional year and we're looking for teachers who can balance structure with creativity, nurture with clear expectations and bring learning to life with a sense of curiosity and care.

About the schools

Our partner schools across Lincolnshire are inclusive, well-resourced and deeply committed to early years and KS1 learning. You'll be joining schools where staff collaboration, pupil and staff wellbeing, and creativity are valued every day. Whether you're supporting phonics, early numeracy or play-based learning, these are environments where your input and experience will make a real difference. As a Heart of Supply educator, you'll also benefit from ongoing support, flexibility and opportunities to grow in your career.

What you will need:

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) Recent experience teaching in KS1 (minimum 6 weeks in a UK primary school) A sound understanding of the Year 1 curriculum, including early phonics and continuous provision A nurturing approach paired with high expectations for behaviour and learning Strong communication skills and a proactive, flexible mindset A genuine passion for early education and creating a safe, joyful classroom

What we offer you:

Competitive weekly PAYE pay Roles tailored to your lifestyle - full-time, part-time, short- or long-term Access to exclusive teaching opportunities across Lincolnshire A friendly, experienced consultant who genuinely listens Free CPD and ongoing professional development A simple, generous 'Refer a Friend' scheme Up to 375 Welcome Bonus, paid as you hit milestones A warm, people-first agency that puts your journey at the heart of everything we do
We're fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will undergo a thorough compliance process, including enhanced DBS (with children's barred list check), references, and online checks.

About Heart of Supply

Heart of Supply is a local, independent education agency built on over 15 years of experience connecting excellent teachers with schools that truly value and support them. We believe recruitment should feel personal, honest and empowering. Whether you're a seasoned educator or an early career teacher ready to find your first long-term class, we take the time to understand your goals and match you with schools that reflect your strengths and values.

Ready to take the next step?

Click Apply or call 01522 440922 - we'd love to hear from you, even if you're just exploring your options.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 32,916.00-45,351.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HOS-YR1