KS1 Class Teacher

Academics; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A nurturing primary school in Watford is seeking a Part-Time KS1 Class Teacher. The role involves delivering high-quality lessons and supporting pupil progress in a warm environment. Candidates should hold Qualified Teacher Status and demonstrate effective behaviour management. This fixed-term position offers opportunities for school improvement and collaboration, with a focus on inclusion and pupil success.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Possibility of contract extension

Qualifications

• Ideally with experience teaching in KS1, although strong Early Career Teachers will also be considered.
• Demonstrating a strong understanding of primary curriculum and assessment.
• Commitment to inclusion and well-being for all pupils.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering high-quality lessons for KS1 pupils.
• Monitoring and assessing pupil progress to support learning.
• Building positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Behaviour Management

Class Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Flexible Collaboration

Education

Experience teaching in KS1

Job description

Overview

Academics is delighted to support a friendly, nurturing, and aspirational primary school in Watford in recruiting a Part-Time KS1 Class Teacher. As a warm and inclusive setting, the school is committed to ensuring every child is happy, emotionally supported, and able to fulfil their academic potential. Their core values of Inclusivity, Respect, Aspiration and Nurture underpin all aspects of school life

Part-Time Class Teacher (KS1) via Academics

Contract: (Fixed-Term, Job Share until August 2026, with possible extension)

Location: Hertfordshire (school local to the Watford area)

Working Pattern: Part-time (job share)

Salary: Main Pay Scale (pro rata)

Start Date: Preferably November 2025, but open to a January 2026 start for the right candidate

The successful candidate will join a motivated and collaborative team, delivering high-quality, engaging learning for KS1 pupils. You will be comfortable using your own initiative, working with kindness, patience, and calm, and committed to supporting all pupils to thrive in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality lessons for KS1 pupils; fostering an inclusive and stimulating learning environment where children feel safe, valued, challenged, and supported.
• Working with your job-share partner to ensure continuity, coherence of planning, and shared responsibility for class progress; monitoring and assessing pupil progress and intervening as needed to support learning or close gaps
• Contributing to school improvement initiatives, curriculum development, and collaborative practice with colleagues; building positive relationships with children, staff, and parents to promote strong communication and trust; and upholding school policies, safeguarding procedures, and professional standards.

Qualifications

The school is looking for a teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), ideally with experience teaching in KS1, although strong Early Career Teachers will also be considered. Applicants should demonstrate a strong understanding of primary curriculum, assessment, and differentiation, alongside excellent behaviour management, class leadership, and interpersonal skills.

You must be able to work flexibly and collaboratively in a job-share arrangement and show a commitment to inclusion, well-being, and ensuring every pupil achieves their best, with a calm, patient, kind, and resilient approach.

Benefits and Opportunities

This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive, caring, and innovative school environment, within a part-time job-share arrangement that supports a healthy work-life balance, while still making a meaningful impact. You will have the chance to contribute to school growth, curriculum development, and pupil success, with the possibility of contract extension beyond August 2026 depending on school needs.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application via Academics. Should you wish to visit the school, ask questions, or discuss the role informally before applying please contact Louis and quote "KS1 Class teacher, Watford"