KS1 Teacher & English Lead – Drive Literacy Success in Southwark!

Step into a high-impact KS1 Teacher & English Lead role where your talents will inspire both young learners and fellow staff. This is your chance to take literacy to the next level in a vibrant, ambitious Southwark primary, empowering students and shaping the future of English teaching. We're seeking a trailblazer who is passionate, innovative, and ready to lead by example.

Joining this dynamic school, you’ll advance your expertise in an environment that celebrates excellence, creativity, and whole-child development. As KS1 Teacher & English Lead, you’ll work alongside expert colleagues in a supportive, well-equipped setting, benefit from exceptional CPD, and grow in an ambitious, forward-thinking community valuing both academic drive and well-being.

Key Highlights:

• KS1 Teacher & English Lead – pivotal literacy leadership role
• Outer London MPS1-6 (£37870 - £50474) Per Year
• Located in thriving, diverse Southwark
• Ofsted: “Good to Outstanding” – high standards & superb support
• Accelerated CPD and tailored progression pathways
• Open to experienced teachers & exceptional ECTs eager for responsibility
• Modern facilities, rich literacy resources, and enthusiastic learners
• Ideal for inspirational, impact-driven UK-trained educators with QTS

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering outstanding, creative lessons as a KS1 Teacher & English Lead
• Leading English across the school, driving curriculum excellence
• Modelling innovative literacy approaches to colleagues
• Planning, assessing, and tracking pupil progress for maximum achievement
• Conducting staff training and championing reading/writing interventions
• Collaborating with SLT to embed a vibrant English culture school-wide
• Engaging parents and the wider community in literacy initiatives

Ideal KS1 Teacher & English Lead for this Southwark School:

• UK-trained, holding QTS with strong references
• Proven impact in KS1 and impressive subject knowledge of English
• Outstanding or Good classroom practitioner
• Confident leading initiatives & inspiring colleagues
• Exceptional communication skills and a growth mindset
• Passionate about inclusive, high-quality education
• ECTs welcome—if bold, creative, and ambitious for leadership

Why Join This Southwark School?:

• Thriving literacy culture and highly supportive staff team
• Rapid professional growth and exposure to leadership development
• High staff wellbeing, strong morale, and a vibrant, diverse community
• Opportunities to make a tangible, school-wide impact as English Lead
• Cutting-edge resources and inspiring learning environments
• Respectful, engaged pupils and positive parental support

Ready to revolutionise English teaching as KS1 Teacher & English Lead? This is your moment to transform literacy and accelerate your career in an outstanding Southwark school. Don’t wait—applications are reviewed on receipt, and this rare leadership opportunity will be filled quickly.

How to Apply

Ready to inspire young minds in Southwark? Don’t wait—your expertise as a KS1 Teacher & English Lead is in high demand, and interviews are underway now. Fast-track your application today to secure a front-row place in the selection process and step into a role where your impact is immediate.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Inner London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!