Year 1 Class Teacher

Academics Ltd; London Borough of Wandsworth; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is recruiting a Year 1 Class Teacher for a two-form entry primary school in Wandsworth. Start is January 2027 with a good chance of extension through to September 2027.

You will join a welcoming school with a strong Ofsted rating and a collaborative team, delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupils as they transition from EYFS to KS1. Applicants should be QTS-qualified with KS1 experience and a commitment to high standards, pupil wellbeing and inclusive practice in a

Qualifications

• Qualified Primary Teacher with QTS.
• Experience teaching Year 1 in KS1 preferred.
• Able to deliver engaging lessons and adapt for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured Year 1 lessons.
• Differentiate teaching to meet diverse learner needs.
• Support early reading, phonics, writing and maths development.
• Collaborate with parallel class teacher for shared planning.

Skills

KS1 teaching

QTS

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Education

QTS

Job description

Year 1 Class Teacher - Wandsworth - January 2027 Start

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Class Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity from January 2027, with a strong possibility of an extension through to July?
Are you a qualified Primary Teacher with QTS who is passionate about delivering engaging lessons and supporting children as they make the important transition from EYFS into Key Stage 1?
Are you looking to join a welcoming, well-established two-form entry primary school with a good Ofsted rating, supportive leadership and a collaborative teaching team?

Role Details:

• Position: Year 1 Class Teacher
• Start date: January 2027
• Duration: January 2027 to July 2027
• Location: Wandsworth, South West London
• Salary: M3-M6 (Inner London Main Pay Scale)
• School: Good Ofsted-rated, two-form entry primary school
• Contract: Full-time

Here at Academics, we are delighted to be working with a fantastic two-form entry primary school in Wandsworth, which is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Year 1 Class Teacher from January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher looking to join a supportive and well-established school. The position will initially run from January, with a good chance of being extended through to September 2027, offering the successful candidate the opportunity for longer-term stability.

The school has a positive reputation, a good Ofsted report and a welcoming atmosphere. Senior leaders are supportive and approachable, creating an environment where staff feel valued and are encouraged to develop their teaching practice.

As a two-form entry school, you will benefit from working closely with your parallel class teacher, allowing for shared planning, collaboration and consistent approaches to teaching and learning. The school also places a strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing, inclusion and academic achievement.

The successful Year 1 Class Teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, creative and well-structured lessons across the Year 1 curriculum, adapting teaching to meet the needs of all learners. You will play an important role in developing pupils' confidence, independence and core skills, particularly in early reading, phonics, writing and mathematics.

The school is keen to hear from teachers with previous KS1 experience, although applications are also welcomed from strong primary practitioners who are confident teaching Year 1.

This role would suit a passionate, reflective and dedicated teacher who can create a positive classroom environment, maintain high expectations and make a real difference to children's learning and development.

If you are a Primary Teacher looking for a new opportunity in Wandsworth from January 2026, with the potential to continue through to September, we would love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.