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Year 1 Teacher

Job details
Posting date: 23 November 2025
Salary: £42,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 20 December 2025
Location: Enfield Town, Greater London
Company: senploy
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: 195555

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Summary

Year 1 Class Teacher - Fixed Term Contract (January to July 2026)

Salary: Up to £42,000 FTE

We are seeking an experienced Year 1 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from January to July 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded independent preparatory school in North London, praised in its most recent inspection report for its strong academic standards, nurturing ethos, and commitment to pupil wellbeing.

The school prides itself on its inclusive and supportive environment, where staff collaborate closely to ensure every child thrives. With small class sizes and a strong emphasis on personalised learning, teachers are able to focus on high‑quality teaching and building meaningful relationships with pupils.

The Role:
- Year 1 Class Teacher for a small class of 15 pupils (no SEN)
- Deliver engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum and the school's ethos of excellence and care
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching and learning
- Fixed term contract: January - July 2026

Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - not suitable for ECTs
- Previous UK teaching experience is essential
- Strong knowledge of the Year 1 curriculum and effective classroom practice
- Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
- Ability to inspire, motivate, and support young learners

What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary up to £42,000 FTE
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative staff team
- Opportunity to work in a school praised for its ethos, diversity, and high standards
- A welcoming environment with small class sizes and engaged pupils

If you are an experienced Year 1 teacher available from January and looking for a rewarding fixed‑term role, we would love to hear from you

Peak Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that supports Teachers and Support Staff find short and/or long-term temporary and/or permanent employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Education Schools throughout the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As part of the registration process, each candidate will be required to have a current DBS Disclosure and a subscription to the DBS Update Service, if you do not have one, we can support you with an application. We will also need to see all original relevant qualifications certificates before any work placement is agreed.

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