KS1 Teacher in Merton

Location: Merton, London, England (on-site)

Salary: £39,196–£58,120 per year (annual salary equivalent), depending on qualifications and experience. Actual pay basis and assignment terms confirmed before placement.

Start date: 04 January 2027

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

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

Transparency Education is seeking a KS1 Teacher for a January primary teaching opportunity in Merton. You will plan learning that develops secure early reading, writing and mathematics while encouraging children to contribute and become more independent.

We are looking for someone who can explain new concepts clearly and use assessment to decide what pupils need next. You will adapt tasks for different starting points and work with colleagues to ensure additional support is closely connected to class teaching.

• Teach sequenced KS1 lessons with modelling and guided practice.
  
• Develop phonics, reading comprehension and accurate early writing.
  
• Use practical resources to build number knowledge and mathematical language.
  
• Maintain positive routines and review progress with support staff and families.
  

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

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
  
• Strong knowledge of KS1 learning and systematic phonics.
  
• Thoughtful assessment and confidence adapting teaching for SEND and EAL.
  
• 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.

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 with your CV, Year 1 or Year 2 experience and availability for the January start.

Email (url removed) 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.

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.