KS1 Teacher

KS1 Teacher - West Drayton - January 2027 Start

Full-time | Long-term Maternity Cover | Outer London Pay Scale

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and established primary school in West Drayton seeking a dedicated KS1 Teacher to join their team from January 2027. This is a full-time, long-term maternity cover position, offering the opportunity to become part of a supportive school community for the remainder of the academic year and potentially beyond.

The school is looking for a confident and engaging teacher who can deliver high-quality lessons, build positive relationships with pupils and create a classroom environment where children feel encouraged to learn, develop and achieve.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher with experience across Key Stage 1 who enjoys working with younger pupils and understands the importance of developing strong foundations in literacy, mathematics and learning behaviours.

The Role

As the KS1 Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering a broad and balanced curriculum, ensuring pupils remain engaged and make good progress throughout the placement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons across the KS1 curriculum.
• Developing pupils' reading, writing, phonics and mathematical skills.
• Using assessment to monitor progress and identify areas for further support.
• Adapting lessons to meet the needs of pupils with different abilities and learning styles.
• Establishing clear classroom routines and maintaining positive behaviour.
• Creating an inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Working closely with teaching assistants and other year group colleagues.
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has recent experience teaching in a UK primary school, ideally within KS1.
• Has a good understanding of the Year 1 and Year 2 curriculum.
• Is confident delivering phonics and early reading sessions.
• Demonstrates strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Can plan effectively and adapt teaching to support all learners.
• Is reliable, organised and committed to maintaining continuity of learning throughout the maternity cover.

ECTs with relevant KS1 experience are welcome to apply.

The School and Opportunity

• Welcoming primary school in West Drayton.
• Full-time KS1 teaching position.
• January 2027 start.
• Long-term maternity cover.
• Outer London pay scale, MPS to UPS depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established teaching team and contribute to pupils' progress throughout the academic year.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella company deductions.
• Free access to the National College, offering thousands of CPD courses and professional development pathways.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant who is also a former primary school teacher.
• Access to further teaching opportunities across Hillingdon, Ealing, Hounslow and Slough.
• Support throughout your placement, from initial discussions to regular check-ins.

Apply Today

If you are a KS1 teacher looking for a long-term opportunity in West Drayton from January, I would be keen to hear from you.

Contact Marc at Tradewind Recruitment on 020 7845 5450 or email marc.murphy@twrecruitment.com.

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to appropriate identity, right-to-work, qualification, reference and enhanced DBS checks, in line with safeguarding requirements.