Year 1 Teacher | Mixed Comprehensive School | Barnet

Position: Year 1 Teacher
Location: Barnet
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Phase: Key Stage 1 (Year 1)

Year 1 Teaching Role in a Faith School

A welcoming Faith School in Barnet is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and nurturing Year 1 Teacher to join its successful primary team from September. This is a full-time role within a caring and inclusive school that values academic achievement, personal development, and strong community relationships.

The school is committed to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

About the Role

You will take responsibility for a Year 1 class, delivering engaging and creative lessons across the primary curriculum while ensuring pupils make strong progress academically and personally.

The role will involve supporting pupils as they transition from the Early Years Foundation Stage into Key Stage 1, helping them develop independence, resilience, and key foundational skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and phonics.

You will create a stimulating classroom environment that promotes high expectations, positive behaviour, and a love of learning.

Working closely with colleagues, teaching assistants, and parents, you will ensure that every pupil receives the support and challenge they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 1 class across the full primary curriculum

• Deliver high-quality phonics teaching in line with the school's approach

• Support pupils' development in reading, writing, mathematics, and wider curriculum areas

• Plan engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners

• Assess pupil progress and provide effective feedback

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting procedures

• Create a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and support staff

The School Environment

This Faith School in Barnet offers a warm and supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

The primary team benefits from strong leadership, collaborative planning, excellent resources, and a culture focused on pupil wellbeing and achievement.

Staff are highly valued and supported through high-quality professional development and opportunities for career progression.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching within EYFS or Key Stage 1

• Strong understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum

• Knowledge of effective phonics teaching strategies

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching Year 1

• Experience supporting the transition from EYFS to KS1

• Experience working within a faith-based or community-focused school

• A commitment to wider school life and enrichment opportunities

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Year 1 Teacher role in a Faith School in Barnet starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.