KS1 Teacher

Teach-Now; Hertford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming staff

Collaborative planning

CPD opportunities

Well-resourced environment

Career development

Job summary

Teach Now is recruiting a confident and engaging KS1 Teacher for a friendly primary school in Hertfordshire. You will join a supportive Key Stage 1 team where planning is collaborative and teachers are encouraged to bring their own creativity to lessons.

This is a full-time, long-term temporary role based in Hertford, Hertfordshire, with responsibilities including delivering high-quality KS1 lessons and focusing on reading and phonics. The school values inclusive teaching and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status with KS1 experience.
• Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum.
• Good phonics knowledge and reading/writing focus.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality KS1 lessons.
• Develop pupils' reading, writing and maths.
• Deliver effective phonics teaching.
• Monitor progress and adapt lessons.
• Maintain positive classroom behaviour and routines.
• Support pupils with SEND and different starting points.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and colleagues.

Skills

KS1 Teaching

Phonics

Behaviour management

Inclusion (SEND)

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Hertford, United Kingdom | Posted on 24/08/2026

Contract: Full-time, Long-term Temporary

Teach Now is recruiting a confident and engaging KS1 Teacher for a friendly primary school in Hertfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who enjoys the energy and curiosity of younger pupils and understands how to build strong foundations in reading, writing and mathematics. You will join a supportive Key Stage 1 team where planning is collaborative and teachers are encouraged to bring their own creativity to lessons.

The school has a calm, community-focused atmosphere and is looking for someone who can establish clear routines while making learning enjoyable and accessible.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality KS1 lessons.
  
• Develop pupils’ reading, writing and mathematical understanding.
  
• Deliver effective phonics teaching.
  
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching accordingly.
  
• Maintain positive classroom behaviour and routines.
  
• Support pupils with SEND and different starting points.
  
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and colleagues.
  

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status.
  
• Experience teaching within KS1.
  
• Sound knowledge of the National Curriculum.
  
• Strong phonics knowledge.
  
• Effective classroom and behaviour management.
  
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and safeguarding.
  

The School Can Offer

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
  
• Collaborative year-group planning.
  
• Pupils who are enthusiastic about learning.
  
• Opportunities for CPD and career development.
  
• A well-resourced learning environment.
  

Salary is dependent on qualifications and teaching experience.

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.