Primary Teacher

TipTopJob; Dover; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and career progression

Collaborative planning

Well-resourced classrooms

Inclusive school community

Professional development

Job summary

Reeson Education is recruiting for a Primary Teacher in Tower Hamlets, London, to lead a Year 1 class in an inclusive, well-resourced school. The role emphasizes a strong KS1 knowledge base, phonics delivery, and excellent behaviour management.

The position offers an Inner London MPS/UPS salary with mentoring and opportunities for career progression within a collaborative KS1 team. Interviews and paid trial days will be arranged soon.

Qualifications

• Requires QTS and UK primary teaching experience.
• Strong understanding of KS1 and phonics.
• Proven classroom management and behaviour management.
• Commitment to professional development and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across Year 1.
• Build foundations in phonics, literacy and maths.
• Create inclusive classroom with high expectations.
• Use assessment to inform planning and progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver curriculum.
• Build partnerships with parents and carers.

Skills

Q1 Classroom management

Phonics knowledge

KS1 curriculum knowledge

Collaborative working

Reflective practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Primary Teacher : Tower Hamlets September 2026

Location: Tower Hamlets (near Whitechapel)

Start Date: 28th of September 2026

Contract: Full:time Long:Term

Salary: MPS / UPS (Inner London)

Year Group: Year 1

Primary Teacher : Exciting KS1 Opportunity

A vibrant and inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint an outstanding Primary Teacher to join its Key Stage 1 team.

This Primary Teacher role offers the opportunity to teach a well:supported Year 1 class within a school that places equal importance on academic achievement, creativity and pupil wellbeing. Staff benefit from a collaborative environment, high:quality curriculum resources and a leadership team that actively invests in professional development.

The successful Primary Teacher will be passionate about helping children make a confident transition from the Early Years Foundation Stage while developing a lifelong love of learning.

The Role

As a Primary Teacher, You Will

• Deliver engaging and ambitious lessons across the Year 1 curriculum
• Build strong foundations in phonics, literacy and mathematics
• Create an inclusive classroom with high expectations for all learners
• Use assessment to inform planning and accelerate progress
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an inspiring curriculum
• Build positive partnerships with parents and carers

The Ideal Candidate

The School Is Looking For a Primary Teacher Who

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has recent UK primary teaching experience
• Has a secure understanding of the KS1 curriculum and phonics
• Demonstrates excellent classroom and behaviour management
• Is enthusiastic, reflective and committed to continuous improvement

Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and ambitious Early Career Teachers.

What the School Offers

• Inner London MPS / UPS salary
• Excellent mentoring and career progression opportunities
• Collaborative planning within a supportive KS1 team
• Well:resourced classrooms and modern facilities
• A diverse, welcoming school community with an inclusive ethos

Interviews and paid trial days will take place ASAP, with appointments made shortly afterwards.

If you are a motivated Primary Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity in Tower Hamlets, apply today to be considered for this rewarding Primary Teacher position starting 28th of September 2026.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07