Year 1 Teacher Independent School Hemel Hempstead

A highly respected independent school in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a creative and committed Year 1 Teacher to join their thriving KS1 team from January 2026. The successful Year 1 Teacher will plan and deliver an inspiring Year 1 curriculum that secures strong foundations in phonics early reading writing and number. The Year 1 Teacher will be part of a supportive phase team and work closely with teaching assistants to ensure every child makes excellent progress.

Year 1 Teacher required for a full-time position
Year 1 Teacher required to work within a leading independent school in Hemel Hempstead
Year 1 Teacher to join a well-resourced and collaborative KS1 department in an independent school

The Year 1 Teacher will contribute to the schools combined academic and pastoral approach: planning differentiated lessons leading small-group interventions and contributing to assessment and reporting. This independent school in Hemel Hempstead offers excellent classroom resources small class sizes and a strong culture of professional development - ideal for a Year 1 Teacher who wants to grow their practice. The appointment will commence January 2026 with the Year 1 Teacher taking part in induction and curriculum planning from January 2026.

Key responsibilities for the Year 1 Teacher:

• Plan and deliver high-quality Year 1 lessons as the Year 1 Teacher.
• Lead phonics and early reading sessions and track progress as the Year 1 Teacher.
• Run targeted interventions and communicate pupil progress to parents as the Year 1 Teacher.
• Work with the phase leader to maintain the independent schools high standards.

Person specification:

• QTS or equivalent and recent experience as a Year 1 Teacher.
• Strong subject knowledge in early reading phonics and number as a Year 1 Teacher.
• Excellent communication classroom management and a collaborative mindset - a perfect fit for this independent school in Hemel Hempstead.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reflective Year 1 Teacher to join an ambitious independent school in Hemel Hempstead and make a tangible difference from January 2026.

To be considered for this Year 1 Teacher position please forward a CV as soon as possible.