A popular Surrey primary is seeking an energetic and thoughtful Year 1 Teacher to join its KS1 phase from January 2026. The successful Year 1 Teacher will be expected to lead systematic phonics, guided reading and early writing lessons, while ensuring pupils make rapid and sustained progress. The Year 1 Teacher will be invited to pre-term planning before January 2026, attend induction in January 2026, and take up full classroom responsibility from January 2026. • Year 1 Teacher - Full-Time vacancy available with a January 2026 start. • Year 1 Teacher to join a well-established Surrey public school - pre-term planning and induction begin January 2026. • Year 1 Teacher will receive tailored CPD and mentor support from January 2026. School snapshot • Friendly Surrey public school with strong pastoral support and well-resourced Early Years spaces to support the Year 1 Teacher. • Committed leadership and experienced teaching assistants who will partner with the Year 1 Teacher. • Clear CPD pathway and mentoring from January 2026 to support the Year 1 Teacher’s development. Year 1 Teacher Responsibilities The Year 1 Teacher will: plan and deliver daily phonics and guided reading as the Year 1 Teacher; create engaging, sequenced writing lessons as the Year 1 Teacher; design practical maths activities and run timely interventions as the Year 1 Teacher; assess progress and report to parents as the Year 1 Teacher. The Year 1 Teacher will prepare resources before January 2026 and will teach from January 2026. Year 1 Teacher Requirements We seek a Year 1 Teacher with QTS (or equivalent), strong KS1 practice and confident phonics delivery. The Year 1 Teacher should be reflective, organised and able to build strong relationships with pupils and families. Availability for pre-term planning prior to January 2026, induction in January 2026, and a full-time start from January 2026 is essential. Why apply? This Full-Time Year 1 Teacher role starting January 2026 offers strong leadership support, bespoke CPD and a warm staff culture. If you are a committed Year 1 Teacher who values high expectations and creative pedagogy, please apply to join this Surrey school from January 2026. To be considered for this Year 1 Teacher position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV.