KS1 Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Stockley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting a confident KS1 Teacher for a West Drayton primary school from January 2027. The role is full-time, long-term maternity cover on the Outer London pay scale (MPS to UPS depending on experience).

The ideal candidate will hold QTS, have UK KS1 experience, and be adept at teaching Year 1/2 curricula, phonics and early reading. A supportive school community awaits from January 2027 onward.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have recent UK primary KS1 teaching experience.
• Experience delivering phonics and early reading sessions is essential.
• Strong classroom management and ability to adapt lessons for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging KS1 lessons across the curriculum.
• Develop reading, writing, phonics and maths skills.
• Use assessment to monitor progress and identify areas for support.
• Maintain positive behaviour and establish routines.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and year group colleagues.
• Build relationships with parents and carers.

Skills

Classroom management

Phonics

Reading

Writing

Maths

Lesson planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

KS1 Teacher - West Drayton - January 2027 Start Full-time | Long-term Maternity Cover | Outer London Pay Scale

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and established primary school in West Drayton seeking a dedicated KS1 Teacher to join their team from January 2027.

This is a full-time, long-term maternity cover position, offering the opportunity to become part of a supportive school community for the remainder of the academic year and potentially beyond.

The school is looking for a confident and engaging teacher who can deliver high-quality lessons, build positive relationships with pupils and create a classroom environment where children feel encouraged to learn, develop and achieve.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher with experience across Key Stage 1 who enjoys working with younger pupils and understands the importance of developing strong foundations in literacy, mathematics and learning behaviours.

The Role

As the KS1 Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering a broad and balanced curriculum, ensuring pupils remain engaged and make good progress throughout the placement.

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons across the KS1 curriculum.
• Developing pupils' reading, writing, phonics and mathematical skills.
• Using assessment to monitor progress and identify areas for further support.
• Adapting lessons to meet the needs of pupils with different abilities and learning styles.
• Establishing clear classroom routines and maintaining positive behaviour.
• Creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Working closely with teaching assistants and other year group colleagues.
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has recent experience teaching in a UK primary school, ideally within KS1.
• Has a good understanding of the Year 1 and Year 2 curriculum.
• Is confident delivering phonics and early reading sessions.
• Demonstrates strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Can plan effectively and adapt teaching to support all learners.
• Is reliable, organised and committed to maintaining continuity of learning throughout the maternity cover.
• ECTs with relevant KS1 experience are welcome to apply.

The School and Opportunity

• Welcoming primary school in West Drayton.
• Full-time KS1 teaching position.
• January 2027 start.
• Long-term maternity cover.
• Outer London pay scale, MPS to UPS depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established teaching team and contribute to pupils' progress throughout the academic year.

All applicants will be subject to appropriate identity, right-to-work, qualification, reference and enhanced DBS checks, in line with safeguarding requirements.