Year 1 Class Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Southall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education recruitment agency is seeking a Year 1 Class Teacher for a well-established primary school in Southall. This full-time role involves managing all aspects of teaching and supports ongoing professional development. Candidates should have QTS and experience in KS1, though strong ECTs are encouraged to apply. The position emphasizes collaboration with colleagues and supports pupils in their literacy and phonics journey. The school offers a supportive environment with a solid leadership structure.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Access to high-quality CPD

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• KS1 experience preferred, though strong ECTs are welcome.
• Commitment to long-term role.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for planning, marking and assessment.
• Work closely with parallel teachers and teaching assistants.
• Support pupils with early literacy and phonics.

Skills

QTS

Confidence with phonics

Organizational skills

Reliability

Job description

Year 1 Class Teacher - Southall, Ealing

Full-Time | Immediate Start or February Half Term | Long-Term

A large, established 3-form entry primary school in Southall is seeking a Year 1 Class Teacher to join their KS1 team on a long-term basis. This vacancy has arisen as the current class teacher has accepted a leadership opportunity at another school, creating a well-planned and supported transition for the incoming teacher.

The school has a strong reputation locally for consistency, clear expectations and good staff retention. Leadership is highly visible on a daily basis, and there is a clear emphasis on teamwork across year groups to ensure teachers are supported with planning, behaviour and workload.

About the School

• 3-form entry mainstream primary school
• Clear behaviour policy used consistently across the school
• Shared planning across Year 1 to support workload
• Experienced KS1 phase leader and supportive SLT
• On-site parking available
• Well connected via Southall Station (Elizabeth Line) and local bus routes

The Role

• Full-time Year 1 class teaching
• Full responsibility for planning, marking and assessment
• Working closely with parallel teachers and teaching assistants
• Attending staff meetings, INSET days and parents' evenings
• Supporting pupils with early literacy, phonics and transition from EYFS

Who They Are Looking For

• QTS required
• KS1 experience preferred, though strong ECTs are welcome
• Confident with phonics and early behaviour routines
• Reliable, organised and able to commit long-term

Why Work with Tradewind?

We take pride in placing teachers into roles that truly align with their strengths and career goals. With us, you'll receive dedicated consultant support, regular check-ins, and access to high-quality CPD through our partnership with the National College.

"Marc from Tradewind really listened to what I was looking for and found me the perfect school. I've felt supported from day one." - Jessica

If you are interested in this role, we would love to support you. And if you're open to other long-term or permanent opportunities, we can help with those too - just get in touch with Marc at Tradewind Ecuation Recruitment.

📞 Contact Tradewind today on (phone number removed) to apply