KS1 Year 1 Teacher - Long-Term Role

Choice Teachers; Bricket Wood; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Teachers is seeking a dedicated KS1 Year 1 teacher for a full-time, long-term position in Bricket Wood. You will lead a Year 1 class, delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupil wellbeing within a supportive trust.

The role focuses on phonics, literacy, and numeracy, with ongoing assessment and inclusive practice to help each child thrive throughout the academic year.

Qualifications

• Hold UK QTS with proven, demonstrable experience teaching KS1.
• Strong knowledge of systematic synthetic phonics programmes.
• Experience in early years/KS1 framework.

Responsibilities

• Full class teaching for a Year 1 class.
• Deliver core curriculum with emphasis on phonics, literacy, and numeracy.
• Conduct assessment, tracking and marking according to school policies.
• Foster inclusive, nurturing classroom environment.

Skills

KS1 teaching

Phonics expertise

Education

UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

KS1 Year 1 Teacher - Long-Term Role

Location: Bricket Wood, St Albans, Hertfordshire

Salary: Paid to Scale (Dependent on Experience) £35602-£54328

Job Type: Full-time, Long-Term (Full Academic Year)

Recruitment Agency: Choice Teachers

About the School

We are recruiting on behalf of a thriving, Ofsted-rated \"Good\" primary and nursery school nestled in the heart of Bricket Wood. Part of a supportive local trust, the school places children firmly at the heart of everything it does.

Known for its wonderful, welcoming community feel, the school focuses heavily on promoting pupil wellbeing and mental health, ensuring that children grow into happy, ambitious, and curious individuals. It is an environment where education and care go hand in hand, underpinned by strong relationships, inclusion, and a shared commitment to \"shaping a better future\" for every child. Staff benefit from a collaborative atmosphere, a clear and well-sequenced curriculum, and supportive leadership that genuinely invests in its teaching team.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Key Stage 1 (KS1) Year 1 Teacher for a full-time, long-term position spanning the full academic year. This is a vital foundational year where you can spark a lifelong love of learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full Class Teaching: Take complete ownership of a Year 1 class, delivering vibrant, engaging, and imaginative lessons.




• Core Curriculum Focus: Deliver structured, high-standard teaching focusing heavily on phonics, literacy, and numeracy, building secure blocks for future academic success.




• Assessment & Marking: Undertake full assessment, tracking, and marking duties in line with school policies.




• Inclusive Practice: Foster a nurturing, positive environment that responds to individual needs and champions a deeply rooted culture of inclusion.

Candidate Requirements:

• Hold UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) with proven, demonstrable experience teaching within Key Stage 1 (Year 1 or Reception transition).




• Strong, specialist knowledge of systematic synthetic phonics programmes and early years/KS1 frame