KS1 Class Teacher

Location: Croydon, South London Position: Key Stage 1 Class Teacher Start Date: January 2026 Pay: £3,500 - £4,500 per month

Veritas Education is delighted to be working with a warm, community-oriented primary school in Croydon to recruit a passionate and nurturing Key Stage 1 Class Teacher for a January 2026 start.

This OFSTED-rated 'Good' school is highly regarded for its inclusive ethos, strong pastoral care, and engaging KS1 curriculum that places early reading, phonics, and foundational learning at its heart. The successful teacher will take responsibility for a KS1 class, delivering creative, well-paced lessons that support pupils' academic progress, social development, and confidence as learners.

This role is ideal for a teacher who is enthusiastic about early childhood education, enjoys creating stimulating learning environments, and is committed to helping young children develop key skills in literacy, numeracy, and independence.

The Ideal KS1 Class Teacher Will Have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential

Experience teaching in Key Stage 1 (ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply)

Strong knowledge of the KS1 curriculum, including phonics and early assessment

A caring, patient approach with high expectations for all pupils

Main Responsibilities Include:

Planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate lessons in line with the KS1 curriculum

Supporting early reading and phonics development

Creating a nurturing, inclusive, and structured classroom environment

Assessing, tracking, and supporting pupil progress to ensure strong learning outcomes

Why Work With This School?

Friendly, collaborative staff team with a strong community ethos

Supportive and approachable leadership

Excellent CPD opportunities, particularly in early reading and phonics

A school that values staff wellbeing and professional growth

How to Apply:

If you are an enthusiastic KS1 Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive Croydon primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Veritas Education for more information on (phone number removed).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained You must have legal right to work in the UK You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community