Year 1 Teacher

Start Date: September 2026

Are you an enthusiastic and nurturing teacher with a passion for early learning? We are looking for a committed Year 1 Class Teacher to join our friendly and inclusive primary school in Watford from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to teach a vibrant and curious Year 1 class at a key stage in children's development as they transition from the Early Years Foundation Stage into Key Stage 1. The successful candidate will create a stimulating, engaging, and supportive learning environment where all children can thrive.

• Plan and deliver creative, high-quality lessons in line with the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum
• Support pupils' transition from EYFS to Year 1, ensuring continuity in learning and development
• Assess, track, and report on pupil progress
• Create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring classroom environment
• Work closely with colleagues, teaching assistants, and parents/carers
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience or a strong interest in Key Stage 1 or Early Years
• Understand the importance of play-based and structured learning approaches in Year 1
• Be creative, patient, and adaptable
• Have high expectations for all pupils
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Be committed to continuous professional development

• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A positive and inclusive school environment
• Well-resourced classrooms and outdoor learning spaces

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and undertakes safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. Candidates must have or undertake a valid enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service, and we offer free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all workers.

Please submit your application if you are interested. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position; in some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.