KS1 Teacher

KS1 Teacher – Primary School

Location: Merton, South West London

Salary: £40,372–£59,864 per annum (M1–UPS3)

Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary

Start date: 28 September 2026

A welcoming and ambitious primary school in Merton is seeking an enthusiastic KS1 Teacher to join its collaborative teaching team.

The school provides a broad and engaging curriculum, with a strong focus on early reading, communication and building secure foundations in English and mathematics. The successful KS1 Teacher will create a stimulating classroom where pupils feel confident, supported and excited to learn.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons across the KS1 curriculum

• Teaching systematic synthetic phonics and supporting early reading

• Developing pupils’ writing, mathematics and communication skills

• Using assessment to plan appropriate support and challenge

• Adapting teaching for pupils with SEND, EAL or gaps in learning

• Maintaining a positive and well-managed classroom

• Working closely with teaching assistants and year-group colleagues

• Communicating pupils’ progress to parents and carers

• Contributing to wider school life and curriculum development

Requirements

• UK Qualified Teacher Status

• Recent experience teaching in Key Stage 1

• Good knowledge of the primary curriculum and phonics

• Strong planning, assessment and behaviour-management skills

• A creative and nurturing approach

• A commitment to inclusive teaching and high expectations

• Applications are welcomed from ECTs and experienced teachers

• An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to complete one

Benefits

• Salary paid within the stated M1–UPS3 range

• Collaborative planning and access to established resources

• Support from experienced phase and senior leaders

• Professional-development opportunities

• A creative curriculum with scope for practical learning

• A welcoming staff team and positive school community

• A stable, long-term teaching opportunity
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