KS1 Teacher

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference leon492334_1776063949
Closing date May 13, 2026
Location South East London, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

KS1 Class Teacher - September 2026 Start Location: Lambeth, South East London Salary: £3,500 - £4,500 per month Contract: Full-time

Veritas Education is proud to be working in partnership with a high-achieving independent school in Lambeth to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic KS1 Class Teacher for a September 2026 start.

This well-regarded independent school is known for its strong academic foundations, nurturing environment, and excellent pastoral care. The successful candidate will take responsibility for a Key Stage 1 class, delivering engaging and creative lessons that support pupils' early development, confidence, and love of learning.

This role is ideal for a teacher who is passionate about early primary education, enjoys creating stimulating and supportive classroom environments, and is committed to building strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and social development.

The Ideal KS1 Teacher Will Have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
  • Experience teaching within Key Stage 1 in a UK school (ECTs welcome to apply)
  • Strong knowledge of the KS1 curriculum and early assessment practices (including phonics)
  • A nurturing, patient, and engaging approach to teaching
  • Excellent classroom management and organisational skills

    • Main Responsibilities:

  • Planning and delivering creative, engaging, and differentiated KS1 lessons
  • Creating a safe, structured, and stimulating classroom environment
  • Supporting pupils' early literacy and numeracy development, including phonics
  • Assessing and tracking pupil progress to ensure strong learning outcomes
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents

    • Why Join This School?

  • A prestigious independent school with excellent resources
  • Small class sizes, enabling personalised learning
  • A supportive and collaborative staff team
  • Access to high-quality CPD and career development opportunities

    • If you are an enthusiastic KS1 Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in a Lambeth independent school, we would love to hear from you.

    Apply today or contact Veritas Education on 020 3026 6150 for more information.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

    Apply now