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Year 1 Teacher, EdEx – Education Recruitment
Year 1 Teacher
An 'Outstanding' Ofsted graded Primary School in the Borough of Merton are seeking a Year 1 Teacher for a September 2026 start on a full-time, permanent contract (paid via the school).
This fantastic Primary School has grown from strength to strength over the past 3 years, establishing itself as one of the most impressive Schools in the Borough. Their success includes:
- Rapid expansion from a 1FE to 2FE school
- Impressive School Leadership Team (SLT)
- Welcoming staff ethos with high staff retention
- A unified team commitment to making a daily difference
- The best EYFS facilities in the Borough
- Plenty of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
The Head Teacher is eager to recruit the best Year 1 Teacher, making this opportunity open to both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced Primary School Teachers. Occasions for Teacher Leadership Responsibilities (TLR) are available, covering Subject, Year Group, and Phase Leadership.
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Job Title
Year 1 Teacher
Employment Type
- ECTs welcome
- Full-time, Permanent
- Start date: January 2026
Salary
UPS3 + TLR (size depending on experience)
Location
Borough of Merton
Responsibilities & Work Setting
- Inspiring and motivating younger students
- Teaching Year 1 children
- Potential for year group or phase leadership
- Commitment to maintaining 'Good' or 'Outstanding' lesson observation standards
¡PERSON SPECIFICATION¡
Must possess:
- UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Strong understanding of the Primary curriculum
- Proven passion for education with creative inspiration for young minds
- Demonstrated familiarity with Teaching Standards
- Conducting lessons that achieve 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted observations
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¡SCHOOL DETAILS¡
- 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating
- Primary School (mixed gender, multicultural)
- Strong leadership team led by a fantastic Executive Head Teacher
- Forward-thinking ethos supporting crative practices
- Excellent Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
- Located in Borough of Merton
Further Information
Visits to the school can be arranged at your earliest convenience.
Application
Apply to this Year 1 Teacher opportunity by sending your CV to Charlie at EdEx. If shortlisted, you’ll be contacted by your personal consultant.
*(INDT) – Formerly titled INDT may refer to Independent School Talent Development; Application closed formally as INDTA.)
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