Year 1 Teacher

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher to join a welcoming 2-form entry primary school in Harrow on a full-time basis from February 2026.

About the role

As the Year 1 Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging and structured lessons in line with the national curriculum. You will support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development, ensuring high expectations while maintaining a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment. You will work closely with parallel class teachers and support staff as part of a collaborative year group team.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering high-quality lessons across the Year 1 curriculum

• Supporting pupils’ transition from EYFS to Key Stage 1

• Assessing, monitoring, and tracking pupil progress

• Creating a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment

• Working collaboratively with year group colleagues and support staff

• Communicating effectively with parents and carers

About the school

The school is a well-organised and inclusive 2-form entry primary school in Harrow, known for its supportive leadership and strong teamwork across year groups. The school places a strong emphasis on consistency, pupil wellbeing, and high-quality teaching and learning.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Year 1 Teacher you will:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (required)
• Experience teaching in EYFS or KS1, ideally Year 1
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills
• A nurturing yet structured approach to teaching
• Commitment to a full-time role from February 2026

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• QTS
• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Right to work in the UK

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Artemis Kazi on 0207 065 708 or email [email protected] .