Year 1 Primary teacher

Prospero Teaching; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education is looking for an enthusiastic Year 1 Primary School Teacher in Waltham Forest, East London. This full-time role offers the chance for contract extension based on performance. Candidates must have QTS/ECT or equivalent and at least 1 year of experience in KS1 or KS2. The position is temporary with a start date in January 2026, adhering to term time hours, and requires safeguarding checks.

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS/ECT or equivalent qualifications.
• At least 1 year teaching experience in KS1 or KS2 required.
• Up to date safeguarding training within the last year is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons as a Class Teacher.
• Mark work and provide constructive feedback to students.
• Participate in parents' evenings and coordinate with parents.

Skills

QTS/ECT or equivalent

Minimum 1 year experience teaching KS1 or KS2

Up to date safeguarding training

Job description

Year 1 Primary School Teacher

Prospero Teaching is looking for an Enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher to work in a Primary school in Waltham Forest, East London. The school is a three-form entry Primary school with a supportive leadership team. The school is also providing training for any for all staff.

The position is open to both ECT (early careers teacher) and experienced teachers. Depending on performance at the school there in a chance that your contract can be extended or potentially receive a permanent contract.

Contract/Position Details

• Location- Waltham Forest, East London.
• Position- Year 1 Primary School Teacher.
• Type of work- Class Teacher- Planning presentations, marking work, parents evening etc.
• Contract or position start date- January 2026
• Duration/Likely Duration- 1 term contract may be extended
• Contract or position end date (if applicable)- end of term 1.
• Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary
• Full time/part time - Full time
• Minimum pay rate- depending on pay scale.
• Hours - 8:00 am - 4pm: Mon - Fri (term time only)

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.

To be eligible for this role through Prospero

• Have a valid right to work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS and be enrolled or willing to enrol 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 are 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!