A thriving Reading primary requires a skilled KS1 Teacher to join a dedicated team from January 2026. This full-time KS1 Teacher post offers the opportunity to teach enthusiastic learners, shape early literacy provision and contribute to whole-school improvement. The KS1 Teacher will be invited to planning before January 2026, will attend induction in January 2026 and will teach from January 2026.
School profile
This popular Reading school places literacy at the heart of its curriculum and values the role of the KS1 Teacher in building confident early readers and writers. Class sizes are manageable and resources are strong, enabling the KS1 Teacher to focus on high-quality interactions. The KS1 Teacher will work closely with phase leaders, inclusion staff and experienced TAs to deliver a creative and inclusive KS1 curriculum.
KS1 Teacher Responsibilities
The KS1 Teacher will lead systematic phonics, guided reading and structured writing sessions. The KS1 Teacher will develop practical maths lessons and targeted interventions and will use assessment to personalise learning. The KS1 Teacher will prepare resources prior to January 2026 and will be teaching from January 2026. The KS1 Teacher will also contribute to transition work and parent workshops to ensure continuity between home and school.
KS1 Teacher Requirements
We are seeking a KS1 Teacher with QTS, strong KS1 experience and confident phonics delivery. The KS1 Teacher should be collaborative, reflective and able to engage families. Availability for pre-term planning before January 2026, induction in January 2026, and a full-time start from January 2026 is required.
CPD, culture and development
This full-time KS1 Teacher role starting January 2026 provides excellent CPD opportunities, mentoring and coaching, and a supportive environment in which the KS1 Teacher can develop subject knowledge and leadership skills. The school invests in staff wellbeing and professional growth; the KS1 Teacher will have protected planning time, peer observation and access to courses from January 2026 onward.
To be considered for this KS1 Teacher position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV.