KS1 Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Refer a friend scheme (£150)

CPD training access

Job summary

Teach Now is seeking a KS1 Teacher for a full-time, long-term temporary role in Enfield, starting 8 September 2026. The position requires UK QTS, strong KS1 teaching experience, and expertise in phonics, curriculum and assessment.

You will differentiate for diverse learners, maintain consistent routines and collaborate with staff and families. The school emphasises warmth, structure, and creativity, offering a supportive environment and opportunities to contribute to a wider school community

Qualifications

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required for KS1 teaching.
• Experience delivering KS1 curriculum with strong assessment knowledge.
• Confidence in systematic synthetic phonics instruction.
• Effective behaviour-management skills are essential.
• Reflective, organised and collaborative approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver KS1 curriculum through engaging teaching.
• Provide strong phonics and early reading instruction.
• Use assessment to identify gaps and plan next steps.
• Differentiate learning for varied abilities and SEND.
• Maintain positive behaviour and routines.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants and phase colleagues.
• Build productive relationships with families.

Skills

KS1 teaching

Phonics instruction

Curriculum knowledge

Assessment knowledge

Behaviour management

Collaborative practice

Education

UK QTS

Job description

KS1 Teacher – Enfield Location: Enfield, London Salary: £37,870–£56,154 per annum, dependent on experience Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary Start Date: 8 September 2026 Some of the most important learning happens in Key Stage 1 – when children begin to see themselves as readers, writers, mathematicians and independent learners. Teach Now is looking for a skilled KS1 Teacher to take on a full-time, long-term role in an inclusive Enfield primary school from September. The school needs a KS1 Teacher who combines high expectations with warmth, structure and creativity. The role: Delivering the KS1 curriculum through clear, engaging teaching Providing strong phonics and early reading instruction Using assessment effectively to identify gaps and next steps Differentiating learning for pupils with a range of abilities and SEND Maintaining positive behaviour and consistent routines Working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants and phase colleagues Developing productive relationships with families You should have: UK QTS Successful KS1 teaching experience Strong curriculum and assessment knowledge Confidence teaching systematic synthetic phonics Effective behaviour-management skills A reflective, organised and collaborative approach This KS1 Teacher opportunity is particularly suited to someone looking for a stable September placement where they can fully invest in their class and become part of the wider school community. Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.

Why work via Teach Now?

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.

Application Process: If you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. 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.