Year 1 Teacher

Job Description

Key Stage 1 Teacher - Gillingham

Year 1 Teacher – Full-Time Permanent Role

Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.
ECTs and Experienced Teachers Welcome
Start Date: September 2026

A welcoming and community-focused primary academy in Gillingham is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Teacher to join its passionate team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Located in the heart of Medway, the school benefits from excellent local transport links, a strong sense of community, and a rapidly developing local area that combines coastal charm with easy access to London and surrounding Kent towns. The school serves a diverse and vibrant community and is proud of the positive relationships it builds with pupils, families, and staff.

This is an exciting opportunity for both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners looking to join a supportive and forward-thinking school where collaboration, inclusion, and high aspirations are at the centre of everything it does.

The school is driven by a strong ethos built around aspiration, resilience, kindness, and respect. Staff are committed to ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to achieve their very best. The curriculum is broad, engaging, and knowledge-rich, designed to develop confident learners who are curious about the world around them.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver engaging and creative lessons within Year 1
• Foster a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment
• Support pupils academically, socially, and emotionally
• Assess, monitor, and track pupil progress effectively
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, leaders, and parents
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school community

The school offers:

• A highly supportive leadership team and welcoming staff culture
• Excellent mentoring and induction support for ECTs
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• Enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning
• Well-resourced classrooms and engaging learning environments
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• England & Wales Main Pay Scale (Kent): £32,916 – £45,352 (September 2025 – August 2026)

Applications are encouraged as soon as possible. Immediate interview slots are available, and the school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date. xwzovoh

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a caring and ambitious school community where teachers are supported, valued, and encouraged to flourish professionally.