Primary Teacher - KS1 Specialist Teach, Inspire, and Shape Young Learners in Newcastle Upon Tyne Teaching Personnel is seeking a passionate KS1 Primary Teacher with a focus on phonics to join schools across Newcastle upon Tyne. Help children develop crucial literacy skills during the most formative stage of their education. About the Role: Position: KS1 Primary Teacher (Phonics Specialist) Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Contract Type: Full-time, part-time, or supply roles available. Pay: Competitive rates based on experience. What You’ll Do: Deliver engaging and structured phonics lessons to develop pupils’ reading and writing skills. Use proven phonics strategies such as Letters and Sounds, Read Write Inc., or Jolly Phonics to help students build strong foundations in literacy. Create a fun and interactive classroom environment that motivates children to succeed. Monitor and assess progress, providing tailored support to meet individual learning needs. Collaborate with colleagues and parents to enhance pupil outcomes. What We’re Looking For: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. Experience teaching phonics to KS1 pupils, with a solid understanding of phonics schemes. Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to fostering a love of reading and writing. A creative, energetic approach to teaching and a passion for early literacy. Why Choose Teaching Personnel? Access to a wide range of professional development courses, including phonics training. Flexible working opportunities to suit your lifestyle. A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your role. The chance to work in welcoming schools across Newcastle upon Tyne. Apply Now Make a lasting impact on children’s literacy skills and set them up for a lifetime of success. Submit your CV today or contact our Newcastle team to find out more. Start your journey with Teaching Personnel and help young learners unlock the world of reading and writing All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.