Year 3 Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic Year 1 Class Teacher for a welcoming primary school in Southend-on-Sea, starting September 2026. The role offers a long-term opportunity within a supportive environment that values high-quality teaching and strong pupil relationships.

The successful candidate will have QTS or a recognised UK qualification, with experience in Year 1 and strong classroom management to help pupils transition into Key Stage 1.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage a classroom effectively and create engaging lessons.
• Experience planning and delivering the Year 1 curriculum with differentiation for varying abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with pupils, parents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the Year 1 curriculum.
• Create a positive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Support pupils as they transition from the Early Years into Key Stage 1.
• Differentiate learning to meet a range of abilities and needs.
• Monitor pupil progress and use assessment effectively.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Promote positive behaviour and high expectations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the school.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and its community.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Communication

Differentiation

Education

QTS or recognised UK teaching qualification

Job description

Year 1 Class Teacher - Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Long-Term Opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Year 1 Class Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Southend-on-Sea from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced primary teacher or an Early Career Teacher looking to join a supportive school where high-quality teaching, strong relationships and pupil development are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As the Year 1 Class Teacher, you will take responsibility for creating an engaging, well-structured and inclusive learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons across the Year 1 curriculum
• Creating a positive and stimulating classroom environment
• Supporting pupils as they transition from the Early Years into Key Stage 1
• Differentiating learning to meet a range of abilities and needs
• Monitoring pupil progress and using assessment effectively
• Developing positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
• Promoting positive behaviour and high expectations
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the school
• Contributing to the wider life of the school and its community

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for a teacher who is enthusiastic, organised and passionate about primary education, with a genuine commitment to helping children develop a love of learning.

You will ideally have:

• QTS or recognised UK teaching qualification
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 1
• A good understanding of the Year 1 curriculum
• Strong classroom management skills
• The ability to plan engaging and appropriately challenging lessons
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A nurturing and inclusive approach to supporting pupils
• ECTs are encouraged to apply, as the school can offer a supportive environment for teachers at the beginning of their careers.