Year 1 Teacher

ACADEMICS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Year 1 Teacher to join a well-established primary school in Hillingdon from September 2025. The ideal candidate will possess Qualified Teacher Status and a passion for creating a nurturing classroom environment. This full-time role offers excellent mentoring and professional development opportunities within a supportive school community.

Benefits

High-quality mentoring

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in KS1, ideally in Year 1.
• Reflective and adaptable, with a passion for continuous professional development.
• An enthusiastic team player.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching tailored to meet the needs of every pupil.
• Create a warm, inspiring, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Foster curiosity and a love of learning through creative and differentiated planning.

Skills

Strong classroom management skills

Nurturing, inclusive teaching approach

Collaborative skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - PGCE, BEd or equivalent

Job description

Year 1 Teacher - September 2025 Start
Location: Hillingdon, West London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time (with the potential to become permanent)
Salary: MPS1 - UPS3 (Outer London, dependent on experience)

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 teacher eager to make a meaningful impact on the learning journey of young children?

A welcoming and well-established primary school in the London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking a talented Year 1 Teacher to join their team from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified teacher-whether you are an experienced practitioner or an Early Career Teacher (ECT)-to flourish within a supportive, forward-thinking, and inclusive school community.

About the School:

• Ofsted-rated 'Good' with a strong commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and high expectations
• A clear and consistent behaviour policy that supports positive learning environments
• Excellent public transport links and easily accessible across Hillingdon and West London
• High-quality mentoring, CPD, and career development opportunities for all staff
• A creative, collaborative culture where innovation and fresh ideas are encouraged

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching tailored to meet the needs of every pupil
• Create a warm, inspiring, and nurturing classroom environment
• Foster curiosity and a love of learning through creative and differentiated planning
• Collaborate with a supportive year group team to deliver the Key Stage 1 curriculum
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - PGCE, BEd or equivalent
• Experience teaching in KS1, ideally in Year 1 (preferred, not essential)
• Strong classroom management skills with a nurturing, inclusive teaching approach
• Reflective and adaptable, with a passion for continuous professional development
• A collaborative and enthusiastic team player

If you're ready to inspire and support young learners in a thriving Hillingdon primary school, we'd love to hear from you.