KS1 Teacher

Position: KS1 Teacher
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary
Start Date: 8th September 2026
Location: Lewisham, London, UK
Salary: £40,372 – £59,864 per annum (M1 – UPS3)
Salary will be determined based on experience and placement on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary of £59,864 is applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to UPS3.
Hours of work: 8.30am – 4.00pm, Monday to Friday (term time only).

Love bringing phonics, stories and first-time discoveries to life in the classroom? A welcoming primary school in Lewisham is looking for a Key Stage 1 Teacher to join their team this September.
About the Role:
We are recruiting on behalf of a friendly, inclusive primary school in Lewisham for an enthusiastic KS1 Teacher to join their team on a full-time, long-term temporary basis, with strong potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
The school has a real focus on early literacy and numeracy, and you will be joining a supportive team of Key Stage 1 practitioners who share a commitment to helping every child build the foundations for a successful school journey. Class sizes are manageable, classrooms are well resourced, and you will be supported by an experienced Teaching Assistant.
Key Responsibilities:
• Planning, delivering and assessing engaging, well-differentiated lessons across the KS1 curriculum
• Creating a stimulating, inclusive classroom environment where every child feels able to thrive
• Working closely with a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs
• Tracking pupil progress and using assessment to inform next steps in teaching
• Building strong relationships with parents and carers and contributing to the wider school community
• Attending staff meetings and INSET days, and contributing to whole-school initiatives
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour management in line with the schools behaviour policy
Requirements:
To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Recent experience teaching within Key Stage 1 (or a strong EYFS/KS2 background with transferable skills)
• Confident, up-to-date knowledge of the National Curriculum and phonics teaching (e.g. Little Wandle, Read Write Inc, or similar)
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• A genuine passion for early literacy and numeracy development
• The right to work in the UK
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one)
What the School Can Offer:
• A warm, friendly and experienced staff team
• Well-resourced classrooms and a supportive senior leadership team
• A strong CPD and coaching culture
• A diverse, inclusive school community
• Good transport links across Lewisham and into central London

Why work via Transparency Education?
Transparency Education is a widely recognised education recruitment company, offering excellent support and professional development for teachers and support staff. We offer:
A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.
A £150 ‘refer a friend’ bonus once your referral has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), ensuring equal pay to a permanent employee.
Access to a wide range of CPD training from our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.
Application Process: If you meet the criteria, please apply below or contact us directly. All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training; teacher roles require a formally recognised teaching qualification.
If you are not contacted within 2 working days, you have unfortunately been unsuccessful. We will retain your CV and continue to support your search for work in education.
Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to equality and challenging discrimination, and to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance