Year 1 Class Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Year 1 Teacher for a 2027 January start at a well-regarded two-form entry primary school in Ealing Broadway. The contract runs through July 2027 with a possibility to extend.

The post offers a supportive KS1 team, strong leadership and a collaborative planning environment, within a diverse, inclusive school community served by excellent transport links.

Qualifications

• Holds UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in KS1, ideally Year 1.
• Secure understanding of phonics and KS1 curriculum.
• Maintains high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 1 class from January 2027.
• Plan and deliver lessons aligned to the National Curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality phonics and early reading provision.
• Support pupils' progress across reading, writing and maths.
• Collaborate with the KS1 team and parallel Year 1 teacher.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.

Skills

QTS

KS1 experience

Phonics expertise

Reading / early literacy

Team collaboration

Education

QTS certification

Job description

Year 1 TeacherEaling Broadway, Ealing Full-Time | January 2027 - July 2027 Inner London Pay Scale: M1-UPS3

A well-regarded 2-form entry primary school in Ealing Broadway is seeking a Year 1 Teacher to join their Key Stage 1 team from January 2027 until July 2027, with the possibility of the role extending beyond the initial contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school with an established Year 1 team, strong leadership, and a collaborative approach to planning and teaching.

The school serves a diverse local community and is committed to providing a high-quality education within a caring and inclusive environment.

Conveniently located close to Ealing Broadway Station, the school benefits from excellent transport links via the Elizabeth Line, Central and District lines, as well as a number of local bus routes.

About the School

The school offers:

• A supportive 2-form entry structure with shared planning and year group collaboration
• An experienced and approachable Senior Leadership Team
• Well-resourced classrooms and learning environments
• Strong behaviour and positive attitudes to learning
• A diverse and inclusive school community
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development
• Excellent transport links in the heart of Ealing

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Teach a Year 1 class from January 2027
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Deliver high-quality phonics teaching and early reading provision
• Support pupils' progress across reading, writing, mathematics, and the wider curriculum
• Use assessment effectively to identify next steps in learning
• Work collaboratively with the parallel Year 1 teacher and wider KS1 team
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues

Requirements

The school is looking for a teacher who:

• Holds UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience teaching in KS1, ideally Year 1
• Has a secure understanding of phonics and the KS1 curriculum
• Maintains high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Has strong classroom management and organisational skills
• Works effectively as part of a team

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and strong ECTs.

Salary

SalaryInner London M1-UPS3 Salary paid in line with experience and qualifications.