Year 1 Teacher | Twickenham

An enthusiastic Good primary in Twickenham is seeking a skilled and creative Year 1 Teacher to join its KS1 team on a Full-Time basis from January 2026. The successful Year 1 Teacher will be invited to pre-term planning before January 2026, will attend a robust induction in January 2026, and will be in the classroom from January 2026 as the Year 1 Teacher. This Full-Time Year 1 Teacher role is a brilliant opportunity for a practitioner who loves phonics, early reading and creative curriculum design.

• Year 1 Teacher - Full-Time role with a January 2026 start.
• Year 1 Teacher to join a Good Twickenham primary - planning and induction begin January 2026.
• Year 1 Teacher will receive structured CPD and mentor support from January 2026.

School snapshot - what the Year 1 Teacher will join
• Popular Good Twickenham primary with strong community links and well-resourced KS1 areas to support the Year 1 Teacher.
• A collaborative phase team and experienced TAs who will support the Year 1 Teacher from the induction in January 2026.
• Protected planning time, a clear CPD offer and an emphasis on teacher wellbeing for the Year 1 Teacher starting January 2026.

Year 1 Teacher Responsibilities
The Year 1 Teacher will: lead systematic phonics, guided reading and sequenced writing as the Year 1 Teacher; design practical early maths and continuous provision as the Year 1 Teacher; use assessment to personalise learning and run targeted interventions as the Year 1 Teacher. The Year 1 Teacher will prepare transition work for families, contribute to moderation activities and attend phase meetings before January 2026 and after January 2026. The Year 1 Teacher will plan resources prior to January 2026 and will teach from January 2026 in a Full-Time capacity.

Year 1 Teacher Requirements
We seek a Year 1 Teacher with QTS (or equivalent), strong KS1 practice and confident phonics delivery. The Year 1 Teacher should be reflective, organised and able to build strong partnerships with parents. Availability for pre-term planning prior to January 2026, induction in January 2026, and a Full-Time start from January 2026 is essential.

Why apply? This Full-Time Year 1 Teacher vacancy starting January 2026 offers real professional development, supportive leadership and the chance to make a measurable difference in children’s earliest school years as the Year 1 Teacher.

To be considered for this Year 1 Teacher position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV.