KS1 Teacher

KS1 Teacher – Kensington & Chelsea | Permanent Teaching Vacancy

An established Kensington & Chelsea primary school is seeking a KS1 Teacher for a permanent September 2026 appointment. The school is widely respected for its strong academic outcomes, carefully structured curriculum, and calm learning environment throughout Key Stage 1. This KS1 Teacher role offers the opportunity to work within a highly collaborative teaching team where professional development, curriculum refinement, and classroom consistency are central to daily practice. Pupils are motivated learners, families are highly engaged, and staff are supported through clear systems and approachable leadership.

Teachers in this school benefit from regular instructional coaching, high-quality curriculum planning resources, and weekly collaborative planning sessions. Early reading remains a key priority, supported by specialist intervention staff and carefully structured phonics teaching across the school. Leadership has also invested significantly in reducing unnecessary administrative demands, allowing teachers to focus more fully on classroom delivery and pupil progress.

Key Highlights

KS1 Teacher – full-time permanent role

Salary MPS1–UPS3 Inner London £38,766 – £60,092

Kensington & Chelsea location with excellent transport access

Ofsted Outstanding primary school environment

September 2026 permanent teaching opportunity

Strong ECT mentoring and leadership development pathways

Excellent enrichment programme including arts and languages

What You’ll Be Doing

Planning and delivering ambitious KS1 lessons daily

Developing pupils’ literacy and numeracy foundations effectively

Tracking pupil progress through structured assessment systems

Supporting classroom routines that encourage independence and resilience

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the primary phase

Contributing to wider school events, trips, and enrichment provision

Ideal Candidate for this

Kensington & Chelsea School

Qualified KS1 Teacher with recognised UK QTS

Welcomes applications from ECTs and experienced practitioners

Demonstrates strong understanding of effective phonics instruction

Maintains high expectations for learning and classroom behaviour

Builds positive and professional relationships across the school

Values continuous improvement and collaborative working

Why Join this Kensington & Chelsea School?

Weekly CPD programme linked directly to classroom practice

Carefully sequenced curriculum with shared planning resources

Excellent pupil behaviour and strong parental partnerships

Leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and retention

Modern learning facilities and specialist intervention support

Broad enrichment opportunities across music, languages, and sport

How to Apply

Applications are now open for this Kensington & Chelsea KS1 Teacher role ahead of summer term interviews. Submit your application through this listing to be considered promptly.

This KS1 Teacher position offers the chance to join a well-organised and ambitious school community where teaching quality and professional growth are prioritised consistently. Secure a permanent September 2026 role within one of West London’s most respected primary settings.