KS1 Teacher

KS1 Teacher Location: Greenwich, London Salary: £40,317 – £62,496 per year, M1 – UPS3 Inner London Contract: Full-time, permanent Start Date: 1 September 2026 Phase: Primary – KS1 Salary will reflect experience and qualifications in line with the Inner London Teachers' Pay Scale. Teach Now is recruiting for an enthusiastic and skilled KS1 Teacher to join a vibrant primary school in Greenwich on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher who is passionate about early learning, strong classroom practice and helping young pupils build confidence and curiosity. The school is a welcoming and ambitious primary setting with a strong community feel. Staff are supported by approachable leaders, collaborative year-group teams and a culture that values creativity, inclusion and high expectations. The school is looking for a teacher who can bring warmth, structure and energy to the classroom. The Role As a KS1 Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging lessons that support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development. You will create a positive classroom environment where children feel safe to ask questions, take risks and develop a love of learning. Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver creative, well-structured KS1 lessons. • Support pupil progress in reading, writing, maths and the wider curriculum. • Use assessment effectively to identify next steps and adapt teaching. • Create a calm, positive and inclusive classroom environment. • Work closely with teaching assistants, phase leaders and senior leaders. • Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and carers. • Contribute to the wider life of the school and year-group planning. Requirements • Qualified Teacher Status, QTS. • Experience teaching in KS1 or strong placement experience for early career teachers. • Good knowledge of the KS1 curriculum and effective assessment practice. • Strong behaviour management and classroom organisation. • A reflective, creative and collaborative teaching style. • Commitment to inclusion and raising standards for all pupils. • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one. Benefits • Permanent role from September 2026. • Inner London salary: £40,317 – £62,496, M1 – UPS3. • Supportive leadership team and collaborative teaching staff. • Welcoming Greenwich primary school with a strong community ethos. • Opportunities for professional development and career progression. • Well-resourced classrooms and a positive learning environment. This role would suit an experienced KS1 Teacher or an ambitious ECT looking for a supportive school where they can grow and make a lasting difference. Why work via Teach Now? Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We: • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance