Academics
Year 1 Teacher – Fixed-Term (12 Months)
Bexley | September 2026 Start | MPS (Outer London)
Academics is assisting a highly regarded primary school in the London Borough of Bexley to recruit an enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher to join their dedicated team on a 12-month fixed-term contract from September 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive, two-form entry primary school with a strong reputation for nurturing both pupils and staff. The leadership team is committed to creating a positive working environment where collaboration, professional development and staff wellbeing are genuinely valued.
Whether you are an Early Career Teacher looking for an outstanding first teaching post or an experienced practitioner seeking a fresh challenge, applications are welcomed from teachers at all stages of their career.
The Role
As the Year 1 Class Teacher, you will deliver engaging, creative lessons that inspire children to become confident and successful learners. A key element of the role will be delivering high-quality phonics teaching, so experience of teaching phonics is essential. The school welcomes experience with any recognised systematic synthetic phonics programme, including Little Wandle, Read Write Inc., Sounds-Write, Jolly Phonics or similar.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Have experience teaching within Key Stage 1 or demonstrate strong knowledge of the Year 1 curriculum.
- Have experience delivering phonics using a recognised phonics scheme.
- Be committed to achieving excellent outcomes for all pupils.
- Be a reflective practitioner with high expectations for learning and behaviour.
- Thrive as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
In Return, the School Offers:
- A well-respected and inclusive primary school with an excellent reputation in the local community.
- A supportive and approachable senior leadership team.
- A collaborative two-form entry structure with shared planning and strong peer support.
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning.
- A welcoming school culture where staff wellbeing is a genuine priority.
If you are looking for a school where you will be supported to thrive professionally while making a meaningful difference to children's learning, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV.
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