Job title: Year 1 Teacher
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Senior Leader
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Barking & Dagenham, East London
Job published: 08-05-2026
Job ID: 119537

Job Description

Year 1 Teacher | Barking and Dagenham | May 2026 Start

A welcoming and community-focused infant school in Barking and Dagenham is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher to join the team after May half term, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed Year 1 Teacher to join a supportive school environment where early reading and child development are highly valued. Rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED in 2025, the school has built a strong reputation within the local community for delivering high-quality education and nurturing positive outcomes for all pupils.

The school follows the Little Wandle phonics programme, with 87% of pupils achieving the expected standard in phonics. The appointed Year 1 Teacher will therefore benefit from strong curriculum structures, excellent support and collaborative planning across the phase.

The school is looking for a Year 1 Teacher who will:

  • Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across the KS1 curriculum
  • Support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development
  • Use assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform planning
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents
  • Contribute positively to the wider school community

This Year 1 Teacher role is suitable for experienced teachers and ECTs looking to develop within a supportive setting.

Benefits for the successful Year 1 Teacher include:

  • Inner London Pay Scale (MPS)
  • Opportunity for a permanent contract in September 2026
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative staff team
  • Excellent CPD and development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Year 1 Teacher to make a lasting impact within a thriving infant school community.

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Year 1 Teacher | Barking and Dagenham | May 2026 Start | INDTEACH