Year 1 Class Teacher – Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent
An inclusive and welcoming primary school in Gravesend, Kent is seeking a nurturing and dedicated Year 1 Class Teacher to join its Key Stage 1 team from September 2025. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity ideal for a passionate teacher who thrives on helping young learners make a strong start to their primary education.
About the Role
As the Year 1 Class Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in guiding pupils as they transition from the Early Years Foundation Stage into more structured learning. The school offers a supportive and well-organised environment, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and wellbeing.
Key responsibilities include:
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Planning and delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with the KS1 curriculum
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Supporting children’s academic, social, and emotional development through a balanced, child-centred approach
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Using formative and summative assessment to track progress and tailor support
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Establishing a calm, inclusive classroom with high expectations and a nurturing ethos
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Working in partnership with parents, carers, and colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for each child
Person Specification
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic practitioner who understands the importance of early learning and has a warm, positive approach to teaching.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
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Experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally in Year 1
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A secure understanding of early phonics, literacy, and numeracy development
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Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young children
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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A reflective approach and a commitment to ongoing professional development
What the School Offers
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A caring and inclusive school community with a strong team ethos
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Supportive leadership and a well-established Key Stage 1 team
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Comprehensive support for Early Career Teachers, including mentoring and CPD
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Well-resourced classrooms and access to a rich, broad curriculum
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A clear focus on staff wellbeing, manageable workloads, and career development
This position is open to both experienced teachers and confident ECTs looking to begin their careers in a positive and supportive setting. If you're looking to make a real impact in a friendly Gravesend primary school, we’d love to hear from you.
Visits to the school are encouraged. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Apply now to join a school that values creativity, inclusion, and learning for life