KS1 Teacher

KS1 Teacher

Location: Sutton, London, England

Salary: £37,870–£56,154 per year (annual salary equivalent), depending on qualifications and experience. Actual pay basis and assignment terms confirmed before placement.

Start date: 23 November 2026, or as soon as possible

Contract: Full-time, temporary, long-term.

Hours: Monday to Friday during term time, Exact hours agreed before placement.

About the role

Transparency Education is recruiting a KS1 Teacher for a primary teaching opportunity in Sutton. You will strengthen children’s early literacy and numeracy while encouraging the confidence to ask questions, share ideas and keep practising.

You will bring clear explanations, practical activities and a good understanding of progression. We are looking for a teacher who can recognise barriers early and make learning accessible without losing appropriate challenge.

Key responsibilities

Plan KS1 lessons that move from clear modelling to guided and independent practice.

Teach phonics and build fluency and enjoyment in early reading.

Use practical maths resources to develop reasoning and number confidence.

Track progress and coordinate support with colleagues and families.

Requirements

To be eligible for this role and the stated pay, applicants must have:

QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

Secure KS1 knowledge, including phonics, early writing and mathematics.

Effective assessment and a positive, inclusive approach to classroom management.

Appropriate qualifications and training for the responsibilities of the post.

Higher rates reflect substantial relevant teaching experience and qualifications. Pay follows school expectations and AWR, where applicable.

What the role offers

Help children develop the strong foundations and confidence that support their wider primary education.

Why Transparency Education?

We support teachers and school support staff through attentive service and professional development, offering:

A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance.

A £150 refer-a-friend reward once your referred candidate has worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), including equal pay treatment where applicable.

Access to a wide range of CPD through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders.

Apply today

Apply with your CV, preferred KS1 year group and examples of your work in early literacy or mathematics.

Email or call (phone number removed). Please include your earliest available start date.

If you are not contacted within two working days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We will retain your CV to help you find other education opportunities.

Safer recruitment

Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, references, right-to-work and appropriate safer recruitment checks