Key Stage 1 Teacher

Location: Reading, Berkshire
️ Start Date: January 2027
⏰ Contract: Full-Time
Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
Recruiter: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Reading that is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Qualified KS1 Teacher to join their team from January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and inspiring young learners to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will become part of a supportive school community that values creativity, collaboration, and pupil success.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons in line with the KS1 National Curriculum.
• Create a positive and stimulating learning environment where every child can thrive.
• Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, achievement, and pupil wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents to support learning outcomes.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 1.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A commitment to raising standards and improving pupil outcomes.
• A passion for creating engaging and inclusive learning experiences.

• A supportive and experienced leadership team.
• Friendly, motivated, and enthusiastic pupils.
• A welcoming and collaborative staff environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Excellent teaching resources and facilities.

• Competitive pay rates.
• Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant.
• Access to free CPD and training courses.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• A straightforward registration process and ongoing career support.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and referencing in line with safer recruitment procedures.

If you are a qualified KS1 teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity in Reading from January 2027, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Teaching Personnel and take the next step in your teaching career.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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