Yaer 1 Primary School Teacher

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an enthusiastic Year 1 Primary School Teacher for a supportive school in Newham, East London. The role offers both temporary and potential permanent contracts, full-time hours, and opportunities for training. Applicants should hold QTS/ECT or equivalent and have at least one year of experience teaching KS1 or KS2. Join a committed team dedicated to safeguarding and supporting children in their education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience teaching KS1 or KS2.
• Up to date safeguarding training issued in the past year.

Responsibilities

• Class Teacher – planning presentations, marking work, parents evenings, etc.

Skills

Experience teaching KS1 or KS2

Up to date safeguarding training

Education

QTS/ECT or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Year 1 Primary School Teacher. Prospero Teaching is looking for an Enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher to work in a Primary school in Newham, East London. The school is a three-form entry Primary school with a supportive leadership team. The school is also providing training for all staff. The position is open to both ECT (early careers teacher) and experienced teachers. Depending on performance at the school there is a chance that your contract can be extended or potentially receive a permanent contract.

• Location: Newham, East London
• Position: Year 1 Primary School Teacher
• Type of work: Class Teacher – planning presentations, marking work, parents evenings, etc.
• Contract/position start date: September 2025
• Duration/Likely Duration: 1 term contract; may be extended
• Contract type: Temporary
• Full time/Part time: Full time
• Hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Mon – Fri (term time only)
• Minimum pay rate: depends on pay scale

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• QTS/ECT or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year experience teaching KS1 or KS2
• Up to date safeguarding training issued in the past year

Eligibility to apply through Prospero

• Have a valid right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barring list DBS and be enrolled or willing to enroll onto the DBS update service
• Provide two child-related professional references from the past two years

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

If you are interested in this role and would like to apply, please apply with your most up-to-date CV. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.