Year 1 Teacher | Barking and Dagenham | May 2026 Start
A welcoming and community-focused infant school in Barking and Dagenham is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher to join the team after May half term, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed Year 1 Teacher to join a supportive school environment where early reading and child development are highly valued. Rated Good by OFSTED in 2025, the school has built a strong reputation within the local community for delivering high-quality education and nurturing positive outcomes for all pupils. The school follows the Little Wandle phonics programme, with 87% of pupils achieving the expected standard in phonics. The appointed Year 1 Teacher will therefore benefit from strong curriculum structures, excellent support and collaborative planning across the phase. The school is looking for a Year 1 Teacher who will:- Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across the KS1 curriculum
- Support pupils academic, social and emotional development
- Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform planning
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents
- Contribute positively to the wider school community
