Year 1 Teacher | Good School | Croydon | January 2026 Start

Are you an inspiring Year 1 Teacher looking for a Full-Time role from January 2026 ? A warm Good-rated primary school in Croydon is seeking a creative and nurturing Year 1 Teacher to join their KS1 phase from January 2026 . This Full-Time Year 1 Teacher position will suit someone who enjoys hands-on learning, phonics, and developing early independence in pupils. *** Year 1 Teacher Croydon *** Year 1 Teacher January 2026 Start *** Year 1 Teacher Full-Time Role The school This Good Croydon school prides itself on a child-centred curriculum and supportive staff culture. As the Year 1 Teacher , you’ll join a team with strong TA support and a leadership team committed to staff development. The Year 1 Teacher will be involved in planning thematic units, delivering high-impact phonics sessions, and supporting parental engagement from January 2026 . Year 1 Teacher – key accountabilities • Deliver high-quality, differentiated Year 1 lessons as the Year 1 Teacher . • Lead phonics and early reading interventions as the Year 1 Teacher . • Track and report progress, using assessment to shape next steps as the Year 1 Teacher . • Engage with parents and colleagues to ensure continuity for learners as the Year 1 Teacher . Person specification — Year 1 Teacher • QTS and recent KS1 experience — confident Year 1 Teacher practice. • Strong communication skills and a nurturing classroom presence as a Year 1 Teacher. • A proactive Year 1 Teacher, keen to develop professionally and contribute to whole-school life. Start & contract This Full-Time Year 1 Teacher role begins January 2026 . Induction and planning time will be provided in the lead-up to January 2026 so the Year 1 Teacher can start the term fully prepared. This Full-Time Year 1 Teacher post offers a secure, permanent contract and access to CPD. To be considered for this Year 1 Teacher position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV.