KS1 Teacher – Primary Schools | Newham (Poplar)
TeacherActive, one of the UK’s largest and leading education recruitment agencies, is delighted to be supporting several Primary Schools across the London Borough of Newham, including a welcoming and inclusive school in Poplar. These schools are seeking dedicated KS1 Teachers to join their growing teams.
At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on working closely with our partner schools to provide reliable, nurturing, and high-quality teaching staff. Alongside this, we offer ongoing training and Career Progression Development opportunities, enabling you to gain valuable experience and progress within your teaching career.
This fantastic Newham-based primary school in Poplar is looking for a KS1 Teacher who is patient, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting children at a crucial stage of their learning. You will play a key role in delivering engaging and age-appropriate lessons that support pupils’ development in early literacy, numeracy, and social skills, while fostering confidence and a love of learning.
You will work closely with teaching assistants, phase leaders, and the wider school team to deliver consistent routines, structure, and high-quality teaching throughout the school day. Responsibilities may include:
Planning and delivering engaging KS1 lessons in line with the national curriculum
Creating a positive, nurturing, and structured classroom environment
Assessing pupil progress and adapting teaching to meet individual needs
Supporting pupils’ emotional, social, and academic development
Working collaboratively with support staff and parents where appropriate
Every day will be different, and your teaching will have a meaningful impact on pupils’ confidence, progress, and overall development.
Whether you are looking for day-to-day supply, a long-term role, or a permanent KS1 Teacher position in Newham, our consultants will support you every step of the way.
The successful KS1 Teacher will have:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be working towards it
Experience teaching within KS1 (ECTs are welcome to apply)
A strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum and early child development
A calm, positive, and consistent approach to behaviour and routines
Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
In return, you can expect:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
Access to CPD training and professional development via My-Progression
Market-leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 for referring a friend (T&Cs apply)
Ongoing support, regular check-ins, and career advice
All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, meaning Tax and National Insurance are handled correctly, with no hidden admin charges.
If you are passionate about teaching in KS1 and would like to be considered for this KS1 Teacher role in Newham (Poplar), click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch to discuss this opportunity further.
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services