Primary School Teacher

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Southfields is seeking a warm, skilled and ambitious Year 1 Class Teacher to join its team from January 2027.

The successful candidate will have high expectations for all pupils and a strong understanding of how young children learn. They will create a calm, purposeful and inclusive classroom where children feel valued, supported and motivated to succeed.

The Role

• Teach a Year 1 class and deliver engaging, creative and purposeful lessons.
• Establish strong foundations in early reading, phonics, writing and mathematics.
• Use assessment effectively to identify needs and adapt teaching accordingly.
• Support pupils with a range of starting points, including those with SEND and EAL.
• Promote positive behaviour and strong relationships throughout the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the wider school community.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

KS1 Phase Leader Opportunity

For an experienced candidate, there is an opportunity to take on additional responsibility as KS1 Phase Leader , including:

• Supporting and coaching colleagues across the phase.
• Modelling high-quality teaching and adaptive practice.
• Supporting planning, assessment and behaviour strategies.
• Using pupil outcomes and monitoring to identify areas for development.
• Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and SENCo.
• Receiving protected fortnightly half-day leadership release.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for a teacher who:

• Is an effective and reflective classroom practitioner.
• Has high expectations for every child.
• Understands the importance of strong KS1 foundations.
• Can create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Is confident adapting teaching for pupils with SEND and EAL.
• Works well as part of a collaborative team.
• Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and children's wellbeing.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and welcoming primary school environment.
• A collaborative staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Opportunities to develop leadership experience.
• Additional TLR and protected leadership time for the Phase Leader responsibility.
• A leadership team committed to high standards and staff development.

Reeson Education is supporting the school with this appointment. Early applications are encouraged.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of England.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert.

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