Year 1 Teacher – Inspire, Lead & Flourish in Lewisham’s Top KS1 Team

As a Year 1 Teacher here, you’ll be at the forefront of curriculum innovation and creativity, working within a high-achieving KS1 team lauded for outstanding progress and nurturing support. Expect to uplift your career with leading-edge CPD, a tight-knit staff community, and dedicated mentors. This school’s values—equity, ambition, and compassion—form the bedrock for joyful teaching and measurable success. Join a school where your impact is felt and celebrated every day.

Key Highlights:

• Pivotal Year 1 Teacher role – spark KS1 curiosity and attainment
• Inner London MPS-UPS (£40,317–£62,496) per year – superb remuneration
• Located in dynamic Lewisham, with excellent transport links
• Ofsted ‘Good to Outstanding’ – robust, inclusive, and ambitious ethos
• Accelerated CPD, pathways to middle/senior leadership, and rich training
• Ideal for visionary, UK-trained ECTs or experienced KS1 teaching stars
• Modern, tech-rich classrooms and a strong emphasis on wellbeing

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing and delivering inspiring, tailored Year 1 lessons across all core subjects
• Raising pupil attainment by employing creative strategies and robust assessment
• Fostering a safe, inquisitive, and joyful classroom culture
• Collaborating with dedicated SEN, phonics, and pastoral specialists
• Championing school-wide enrichment, family engagement, and transition events

Ideal "Year 1 Teacher" for this Lewisham School:

• UK-trained and fully qualified (QTS essential)
• Strong, recent Good or Outstanding classroom references
• Confident in planning and assessment for diverse early learners
• Eager ECTs welcomed—if driven, reflective, and energetic
• Experienced Year 1 Teachers must demonstrate progress impact and passion

Why Join This Lewisham School?:

• Culture of warmth, celebration, and staff empowerment
• Rapid professional development—supported by a forward-thinking SLT
• Brilliant, well-resourced indoor and outdoor spaces for KS1
• Exceptional pupil behaviour grounded in respect and resilience
• Opportunity to innovate at the leading edge of primary practice

Step into a fulfilling Year 1 Teacher career where ambition is matched by incredible support and state-of-the-art resources. Join Lewisham’s most dynamic KS1 team—where your vision will be realised and your influence lasting. Don’t miss your chance; applications are reviewed daily.

How to Apply

Ready to make your mark in Lewisham as a Year 1 teacher? Don’t wait—applications are already under review, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted swiftly. Secure your place by submitting your CV today for immediate consideration!

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!