Teacher (KS1)

SMART Education Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a KS1 Teacher for a permanent role in Stratford-upon-Avon starting January 2026. The successful candidate will join a supportive school that emphasizes professional development and values safeguarding. This position is suitable for ECT applicants and requires Qualified Teacher Status along with experience in Key Stage 1. A strong understanding of SEND and commitment to pupil wellbeing are essential. Competitive pay rate includes SEN Allowance.

Benefits

Main Pay Scale plus SEN Allowance

Supportive and inclusive school environment

Strong focus on professional development

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status required.
• Experience with Key Stage 1 teaching is essential.
• Knowledge of SEND and inclusive practices is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated KS1 lessons.
• Support pupils with additional needs.
• Collaborate with staff and families.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress.

Skills

Experience teaching within Key Stage 1

Understanding of SEND and inclusive practice

Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title: KS1 Teacher (Permanent)

Pay rate: M1 - M6 + SEN Allowance

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

Hours: Full-Time

Smart Education is currently recruiting for a KS1 Teacher in the Stratford-upon-Avon area. ECT applicants welcome.

Benefits of working as a KS1 Teacher

• Permanent role from January 2026
• Main Pay Scale plus SEN Allowance
• Supportive and inclusive school environment
• Strong focus on professional development

Job requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 1
• Understanding of SEND and inclusive practice
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Role responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, differentiated KS1 lessons
• Support pupils with a range of additional needs
• Work collaboratively with support staff and families
• Monitor, assess and report on pupil progress

About the school

The school is a welcoming and inclusive specialist provision supporting children and young people from early years through to post‑16. It offers a personalised and child‑centred curriculum designed to meet a wide range of learning needs. The school places a strong emphasis on communication, independence and celebrating individual achievements within a safe and nurturing environment.

About Smart Education

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.