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Location: Southwark, London.

Start Date: September 2025.

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

The Opportunity:

An outstanding primary school located in the London Borough of Southwark is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and reflective Year 1 Class Teacher to join its committed teaching team on a full-time basis. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-achieving and inclusive school community that values academic excellence, emotional well-being, and creativity in teaching. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and forward-thinking staff team, dedicated to providing an exceptional standard of education that meets the individual needs of every child.

Key Responsibilities:

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Plan and deliver engaging, innovative, and appropriately differentiated lessons in accordance with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum, with a particular focus on the academic and pastoral development of Year 1 pupils.

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Use a variety of assessment strategies to monitor and track pupil progress, inform future planning, and provide timely, constructive feedback to pupils and parents.

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Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment that supports pupil well-being and promotes high standards of behaviour and engagement.

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Work in close partnership with teaching colleagues, teaching assistants, subject leaders, and school leadership to ensure consistency and continuity across the curriculum.

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Contribute to the wider life of the school through active participation in staff meetings, INSET, parent consultations, school events, and relevant extracurricular or enrichment activities.

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Uphold and model the school’s values, policies, and commitment to always safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Person Specification:

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Possession of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

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A degree in Education or a relevant academic discipline.

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Demonstrable experience of teaching in a Key Stage 1 setting, ideally with specific experience in Year 1.

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A secure and thorough knowledge of the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum and evidence-based teaching practices.

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Proven ability to manage a classroom effectively, using positive behaviour management strategies and differentiation to meet diverse learning needs.

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Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents.

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A commitment to professional development, reflective practice, and contributing positively to the school’s ethos and collaborative culture.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate educator to make a meaningful impact within a welcoming and forward-looking school. Applications from both experienced teachers and early career teachers (ECTs) are warmly welcomed.

To express your interest or to find out more about the school and the role, please get in touch