KS1 Teacher in Lambeth

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

Salary: £41,729–£64,684 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 recruiting a KS1 Teacher for a January primary opportunity in Lambeth. You will help children develop secure early skills through well-sequenced lessons and a broad range of practical learning experiences.

The role calls for clear explanations and an understanding of how young learners progress. You will use assessment to adapt teaching, maintain positive routines and work with support staff to address barriers. We will discuss your year-group preference and the class responsibilities before placement.

• Teach connected lessons across the KS1 curriculum.
  
• Develop early reading, writing and phonics using the agreed school approach.
  
• Use concrete resources and discussion to strengthen mathematical understanding.
  
• Review progress and work with families and colleagues on next steps.
  

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

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
  
• Strong knowledge of KS1 expectations and early assessment.
  
• Inclusive classroom practice and constructive behaviour 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.

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 and experience teaching Year 1 or Year 2, including phonics.

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.