Job Title: Year 1 Teacher
Location: Wandsworth, Inner London
School Type: Primary School (Key Stage 1)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: MPS / UPS (Inner London Pay Scale)
Role Overview
An inspiring primary school in Wandsworth is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and nurturing Year 1 Teacher to join their Key Stage 1 team ASAP. In this pivotal role, you will guide young learners through the foundational transition from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) into Key Stage 1. You will create a rich, structured, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages curiosity, early literacy, and numeracy development. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers are equally encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
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Plan, deliver, and evaluate high-quality, differentiated lessons aligned with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum.
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Lead daily systematic synthetic phonics lessons to build reading fluency and prepare pupils for the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check.
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Establish smooth classroom routines that support child-initiated learning alongside structured academic tasks.
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Collaborate closely with teaching assistants, the SENCO, and pastoral staff to ensure tailored support for pupils with SEND or EAL needs.
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Maintain open, encouraging communication with parents and carers to promote home-school learning partnerships.
Key Requirements
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Recognized UK teaching qualification with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
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Proven teaching experience or strong placement record within Key Stage 1 or EYFS.
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Strong proficiency in accredited phonics schemes (e.g., Read Write Inc., Little Wandle, or Sounds-Write).
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Excellent classroom management skills and a warm, child-centred approach.
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Legal right to work in the UK.
School Highlights & Benefits
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Bright, modern Key Stage 1 classrooms featuring direct access to creative outdoor learning areas.
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Highly collaborative staff body and an encouraging leadership team offering excellent CPD and ECT mentorship.
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Prime Wandsworth location with outstanding Inner London transport connections (Northern Line, District Line, and National Rail links).
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Competitive Inner London pay scale (MPS/UPS) and Teachers' Pension Scheme enrolment.
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