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Primary Teacher – Key Stage 1

Hackney, London | Full-Time, Permanent | Start Date: 5 January 2026

Teach Now is delighted to be recruiting a passionate and committed Key Stage 1 Primary Teacher for a thriving and inclusive primary school in the heart of Hackney, London. This is an excellent full-time, permanent opportunity for a teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) who is eager to make a lasting impact during a crucial stage of children’s learning and development.

The school is well regarded for its nurturing ethos, strong community values, and high expectations for both pupils and staff. Leadership is supportive and approachable, with a clear focus on staff wellbeing, professional development, and high-quality teaching. Teachers are encouraged to share ideas, collaborate closely, and continually refine their practice within a positive and forward-thinking environment.

The Role

As a Key Stage 1 Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons aligned with the KS1 national curriculum

• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment

• Use assessment effectively to support progress and attainment

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents

• Contribute to the wider life of the school and its community

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Has experience teaching in Key Stage 1 (ECTs are welcome to apply)

• Demonstrates strong classroom practice and behaviour management

• Is enthusiastic, reflective, and committed to continuous improvement

• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary: £37,868 – £56,154 (salaries aligned with teacher pay scales - M1–M6)

• Working hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm, term time only

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative teaching team

• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities

• A permanent role in a vibrant Hackney primary school

If you are a dedicated KS1 teacher looking for a rewarding long-term role in a supportive and dynamic school, we would love to hear from you.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance