KS1 Teacher

KS1 Teacher – Richmond | Permanent September 2026 Role

A welcoming Richmond primary school is seeking a KS1 Teacher for a permanent September 2026 appointment. The school is recognised locally for its calm classrooms, strong early literacy outcomes, and carefully planned support for both pupils and staff. This KS1 Teacher role offers the chance to work within a highly organised Key Stage 1 team where collaboration, thoughtful planning, and consistent routines are embedded across the school. Whether you are completing your ECT years or bringing existing classroom experience, the school provides the structure and professional trust needed to develop confidently.

As a KS1 Teacher in this Richmond school, you will benefit from shared curriculum resources, regular coaching, and protected planning time within your year group. Leadership has prioritised reducing unnecessary workload, allowing teachers to focus on classroom teaching and pupil progress. Behaviour across Key Stage 1 is settled and purposeful, with strong parental engagement supporting learning at home. Staff development is practical and ongoing, with weekly CPD linked directly to classroom practice.

Key Highlights

KS1 Teacher – permanent full-time position

Salary MPS1–UPS3 Outer London £36,413 – £53,994

Richmond primary school with excellent transport connections

Ofsted Outstanding school with strong KS1 attainment

September 2026 permanent start date

Structured ECT induction and instructional coaching programme

Well-established phonics and reading curriculum across KS1

What You’ll Be Doing

Delivering engaging lessons across the KS1 curriculum

Supporting pupils’ phonics, reading, and early writing development

Planning creative learning opportunities alongside year-group colleagues

Using assessment effectively to monitor pupil progress

Building positive classroom routines that encourage independence

Contributing to wider enrichment and school community activities

Ideal

Candidate for this Richmond School

Qualified KS1 Teacher with UK QTS

ECTs welcomed alongside experienced KS1 Teacher applicants

Demonstrates strong understanding of early primary teaching

Maintains high expectations for behaviour and achievement

Builds positive relationships with pupils and families

Values collaboration and reflective classroom practice

Why Join this Richmond School?

Dedicated weekly planning time shared across the phase

Carefully sequenced phonics programme with specialist support

Leadership team focused on sustainable workload systems

Spacious learning environments and excellent outdoor provision

Consistent behaviour systems embedded across the school

Strong parental engagement supporting pupil development

How to Apply

Applications are now being reviewed for this Richmond KS1 Teacher position ahead of September 2026 recruitment. Apply through this listing to secure consideration for upcoming interview dates.

This KS1 Teacher opportunity offers the chance to join a stable and thoughtful school community where teaching quality, pupil wellbeing, and staff development are equally valued. Secure a permanent role in a Richmond primary school with a strong long-term vision.