KS1 Teacher

Teach Now Limited; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now Limited in Camden is seeking a KS1 Teacher for a full-time, long-term temporary position starting 8 September 2026. The role focuses on delivering engaging KS1 lessons, phonics, and building independence.

You will work with Teaching Assistants, assess pupils, support SEND, maintain routines, and communicate with parents. Qualified Teacher Status and KS1 experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status and KS1 experience required.
• Strong knowledge of phonics and early reading essential.
• Commitment to inclusion and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across the KS1 curriculum.
• Teach systematic synthetic phonics and early reading.
• Build confidence in writing and mathematics.
• Use assessment to plan targeted next steps.
• Provide appropriate support for pupils with SEND.
• Establish calm and consistent classroom routines.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants.
• Maintain positive communication with parents and carers.

Skills

KS1 teaching

Phonics

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

KS1 experience

Job description

KS1 Teacher – Camden Location: Camden, London Salary: £37,870–£56,154 per annum, dependent on experience Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary Start Date: 8 September 2026

Teach Now is recruiting a creative and confident KS1 Teacher for a Camden primary school from September. The successful teacher will take on a class at an important stage in their development, helping children move from early learning towards greater academic and personal independence. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who combines strong teaching fundamentals with imagination and warmth.

As the KS1 Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging lessons across the KS1 curriculum
• Teach systematic synthetic phonics and early reading
• Build confidence in writing and mathematics
• Use assessment to plan targeted next steps
• Provide appropriate support for pupils with SEND
• Establish calm and consistent classroom routines
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants
• Maintain positive communication with parents and carers

You will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Recent experience teaching within KS1
• Strong knowledge of phonics and early reading
• Secure curriculum and assessment knowledge
• Strong classroom-management skills
• Commitment to inclusion and safeguarding

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination.

Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.