KS1 Teacher Location: Southwark, London, England Salary: £41,729–£64,684 per year (annual salary equivalent), depending on qualifications and experience. Actual pay basis and assignment terms confirmed before placement. Start date: 04 January 2027 Contract: Full-time, temporary, long-term. Hours: Monday to Friday during term time, Exact hours agreed before placement. About the role Transparency Education is recruiting a KS1 Teacher for a January primary school opportunity in Southwark. You will help pupils master essential skills through engaging lessons, meaningful practice and careful attention to their starting points. We are looking for a teacher who can make learning concrete and maintain the right balance of support and challenge. You will create positive routines that allow children to participate, practise and become more independent. Key responsibilities Plan connected KS1 lessons with clear modelling and checks for understanding. Develop phonics, reading fluency, early writing and mathematical language. Use assessment to adapt teaching and coordinate support with colleagues. Requirements To be eligible for this role and the stated pay, applicants must have: QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification. Knowledge of KS1 progression, early literacy and practical mathematics. Positive behaviour management and effective communication with families. Appropriate qualifications and training for the responsibilities of the post. Higher rates reflect substantial relevant teaching experience and qualifications. Pay follows school expectations and AWR, where applicable. What the role offers Take pupils forward through a spring term focused on secure foundations and visible progress. Why Transparency Education? We support teachers and school support staff through attentive service and professional development, offering: A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support and guidance. A £150 refer-a-friend reward once your referred candidate has worked and been paid for their first 10 days. Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), including equal pay treatment where applicable. Access to a wide range of CPD through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. Apply today Send your CV and tell us about your KS1 experience, including the phonics programmes you have used. Email or call (phone number removed). Please include your earliest available start date. If you are not contacted within two working days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We will retain your CV to help you find other education opportunities. Safer recruitment Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, references, right-to-work and appropriate safer recruitment checks