Year 1 Teacher – Independent School – Southwark – January 2026 start

This Year 1 Teacher role is focused on the Year 1 Teacher will prepare resources before January 2026, attend induction in January 2026, and teach from January 2026 as the Year 1 Teacher. It would suit someone who can bring as an Independent School the setting offers small class sizes, excellent indoor and outdoor provision and a supportive professional community for every Year 1 Teacher to the role.

Role overview

Year 1 Teacher to join a nurturing Independent School in Southwark - planning and induction commence January 2026. Emphasis on language development, systematic phonics and creative curriculum time - ideal for the Year 1 Teacher.

Main responsibilities

The Year 1 Teacher will prepare resources before January 2026, attend induction in January 2026, and teach from January 2026 as the Year 1 Teacher. A Southwark Independent School with strong pastoral care and well-resourced KS1 spaces to support the Year 1 Teacher. supporting learners and helping maintain a positive learning environment.

What helps someone succeed

As an Independent School the setting offers small class sizes, excellent indoor and outdoor provision and a supportive professional community for every Year 1 Teacher. We are seeking a Year 1 Teacher with QTS or equivalent, confident KS1 practice and a passion for early literacy.

Requirements

• Availability for pre-term planning prior to January 2026, attendance at induction in January 2026, and a Full-Time start from January 2026 as the Year 1 Teacher is essential.