A warm and ambitious Sutton primary is seeking a passionate Year 1 Teacher to lead an energetic KS1 class from January 2026. The successful Year 1 Teacher will prepare planning before January 2026, attend induction in January 2026, and take responsibility for children’s learning and wellbeing in class from January 2026. The role is ideal for a creative Year 1 Teacher who loves phonics, storytelling and designing practical maths that children can grasp and enjoy - the Year 1 Teacher will embed routines that foster independence and curiosity.

• Year 1 Teacher - Full-Time post available with a January 2026 start.
• Year 1 Teacher to join a well-resourced Sutton primary - planning and induction begin January 2026.
• Year 1 Teacher will be supported by phase leaders and receive tailored CPD from January 2026.

School snapshot
• Sutton school with strong pastoral systems and an experienced KS1 team to support the Year 1 Teacher.
• Good facilities for outdoor learning and a dedicated Early Years area that the Year 1 Teacher will use to enrich provision.
• Structured CPD and mentoring for every new Year 1 Teacher, starting with induction in January 2026.

Year 1 Teacher Responsibilities
The Year 1 Teacher will: deliver systematic phonics and guided reading as the Year 1 Teacher; plan sequenced writing and mathematics lessons as the Year 1 Teacher; run targeted interventions and track progress as the Year 1 Teacher; work closely with teaching assistants and parents as the Year 1 Teacher. The Year 1 Teacher will lead assessment and moderation activities after January 2026 and contribute to whole-school events and displays as the Year 1 Teacher.

Year 1 Teacher Requirements
We are seeking a Year 1 Teacher with QTS (or equivalent), secure KS1 practice and confident phonics delivery. The Year 1 Teacher should be reflective, organised and able to engage families. Availability for pre-term planning before January 2026, induction in January 2026, and starting in post from January 2026 is essential for the Year 1 Teacher.

Why apply?
This Full-Time Year 1 Teacher post, starting January 2026, offers supportive leaders, clear workload expectations and a chance to make a measurable difference in children’s first year of formal school. If you are a committed Year 1 Teacher who thrives on creativity and high expectations, please apply.

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