Key Stage 1 Teacher - September 2026

Key Stage 1 Teacher – Full-Time, Permanent Role

(£40,317 - £52,300)

Hackney / East London Border | September Start | Immediate Interviews Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated Key Stage 1 Teacher to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school on a full-time, permanent basis from September.

This role is open to both ECT teachers (ECT1 & ECT2) and experienced practitioners, offering a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive Key Stage 1 team that is committed to high standards and excellent pupil outcomes.

The Role

• Position: Key Stage 1 Teacher (Year 1 or Year 2)

• Start Date: September

• Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (£40,317 - £52,300)

• Location: East London (Hackney / surrounding area)

• Interviews: Immediate interviews and trial lessons available

About the School – Ethos, Location & Community

The school is located in a well-connected part of East London, with excellent transport links including nearby Overground and Underground stations, making it easily accessible from across London.

This is a diverse, vibrant and community-focused primary school that serves a richly multicultural intake. The school has a strong reputation for inclusion, care and high expectations, ensuring that every child is supported to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.

The school ethos is built around:

• High expectations for all pupils and staff

• A strong commitment to inclusion and equality

• A nurturing, safe and respectful learning environment

• Strong relationships between staff, pupils and families

• Developing confident, curious and independent learners

Curriculum & Key Stage 1 Learning

The Key Stage 1 curriculum is carefully structured to build strong foundations in early learning and ensure pupils make rapid and sustained progress.

Key curriculum features include:

• Strong emphasis on Reading, Writing and Mathematics

• Systematic phonics and early reading development

• Practical, engaging and creative learning experiences

• Topic-based learning to build knowledge and curiosity

• Focus on fluency, understanding and independence

• Opportunities for active, hands-on learning across all subjects

Teachers are encouraged to deliver engaging, inclusive and well-structured lessons that support all learners to thrive.

Support & Professional Development

The school is highly committed to staff development and provides a strong culture of collaboration and professional growth.

As a Key Stage 1 Teacher, you will benefit from:

• A supportive and approachable Senior Leadership Team

• Experienced Key Stage 1 leadership and mentoring

• High-quality CPD and ongoing professional development opportunities

• Structured support for ECTs completing induction

• Collaborative planning and shared resources

• Regular coaching, feedback and reflection time

• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and manageable workload

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a Key Stage 1 Teacher who:

• Has strong knowledge of the KS1 curriculum

• Is passionate about early learning and pupil progress

• Delivers engaging and inclusive lessons

• Has high expectations for behaviour and achievement

• Works effectively as part of a collaborative team

• Is reflective, motivated and committed to professional development

• (ECTs welcome) brings enthusiasm and a willingness to learn

This is an excellent opportunity for a Key Stage 1 Teacher to join a supportive and ambitious school community where both pupils and staff are encouraged to thrive.

Immediate interviews and trial lessons available – apply today to secure your Key Stage 1 teaching role for September!