Year 1 Class Teacher

Wayman Education; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing primary school in Hackney is seeking a passionate Year 1 Class Teacher to join their team from September 2025. This role offers an opportunity to help young learners develop essential skills in a supportive and creative environment, focusing on literacy, numeracy, and emotional intelligence.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Creative, inquiry-based curriculum

Well-resourced classroom

Regular professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate and experienced Year 1 teacher.
• Committed to high-quality education for young children.
• Ability to create engaging classroom environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective phonics, early reading, and numeracy instruction.
• Create a fun and engaging classroom environment.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Phonics instruction

Early reading

Numeracy instruction

Classroom management

Positive relationships

Job description

A nurturing and inclusive primary school in Hackney is looking for a passionate Year 1 Class Teacher to join their team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to help young learners develop the foundational skills they need to thrive academically and socially in their early years of school. The school values a creative, child-centered approach, with a strong focus on developing literacy, numeracy, and emotional intelligence.

Location: Hackney, East London
Salary: MPS/UPS (Inner London)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

What the School Offers:

• A supportive, collaborative team environment with a strong focus on teacher wellbeing

• A creative, inquiry-based curriculum that sparks curiosity and a love for learning

• A well-resourced classroom with a range of tools to support early years learning

• Regular opportunities for professional development and career progression

What We re Looking For:

• A passionate and experienced Year 1 teacher who is committed to providing a high-quality education to young children

• A teacher who enjoys creating a fun and engaging classroom environment where children can thrive

• A practitioner who can deliver effective phonics, early reading, and numeracy instruction

• Someone who values positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues

• A team player with a commitment to inclusivity and personalised learning for every child

If you're eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners and work in a school that prioritises creativity and inclusivity, we'd love to hear from you!