Connex - Liverpool
Role: Primary Teacher (EYFS / KS1)
Location: Bootle, Sefton
Salary: M1–U3 (Scale Pay)
Contract: Maternity Cover – May 2026 to May 2027
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
About the Role
Connex Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Bootle area to recruit a committed and adaptable EYFS / KS1 Teacher for a maternity cover position starting in May 2026.
The school has yet to decide finally year group but will be based in either Reception, Year 1 or Year 2, so flexibility across these year groups is essential. This is a full-time role offering scale pay from day one within a supportive and well-resourced setting.
The Ideal Candidate Will
- Have recent and relevant experience teaching in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2
- Be confident planning and delivering engaging lessons across EYFS and KS1
- Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour management
- Be adaptable, proactive and committed to supporting pupil progress
- Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
What Connex Education Offers
- PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella fees
- Competitive scale pay (M1–U3) and full AWR compliance
- Free access to our accredited CPD platform
- Ongoing wellbeing support and refresher training
- Clear progression opportunities
- A dedicated education consultant to support you throughout your placement
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Experience teaching within EYFS and/or KS1
- A strong understanding of the primary curriculum
- A current DBS on the update service or willingness to apply through Connex
Interested?
Apply today to secure your place in this long-term teaching opportunity, or contact Connex Education to discuss this and other roles in your area.
Protected Characteristics Statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.