Year 1 Teacher

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Ealing on a full-time, permanent basis from January 2026.

About the role

Year 1 Teacher – Permanent (Full-Time)
Location: Ealing
Start Date: January 2026

As the Year 1 Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging and structured lessons that build on pupils’ early learning experiences. You will support children’s academic, social, and emotional development, ensuring a smooth transition into Key Stage 1. The role requires a strong understanding of the KS1 curriculum and a nurturing yet structured approach to classroom practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering high-quality lessons in line with the KS1 curriculum

• Supporting pupils’ transition from EYFS to Year 1

• Assessing, monitoring, and tracking pupil progress

• Creating a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment

• Working closely with teaching assistants, colleagues, and parents

• Contributing to wider school life and development

About the school

The school is a friendly and inclusive primary school in Ealing, known for its positive ethos and strong community values. The leadership team is supportive and committed to staff development, creating a collaborative environment where teachers are encouraged to share best practice and develop professionally.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Year 1 Teacher you will:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in EYFS or KS1, ideally Year 1
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills
• A nurturing and inclusive approach to teaching
• Commitment to a full-time, permanent role from January 2026

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• QTS
• Right to work in the UK

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 708 or email [email protected].