Year 1 Teacher Barking and Dagenham May 2026 Start A welcoming and community-focused infant school in Barking and Dagenham is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Year 1 Teacher to join the team after May half term, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed Year 1 Teacher to join a supportive school environment where early reading and child development are highly valued. Rated Good by OFSTED in 2025, the school has built a strong reputation within the local community for delivering high-quality education and nurturing positive outcomes for all pupils. The school follows the Little Wandle phonics programme, with 87% of pupils achieving the expected standard in phonics. The appointed Year 1 Teacher will therefore benefit from strong curriculum structures, excellent support and collaborative planning across the phase. The school is looking for a Year 1 Teacher who will:Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across the KS1 curriculumSupport pupils academic, social and emotional developmentUse assessment effectively to monitor progress and inform planningWork collaboratively with colleagues and parentsContribute positively to the wider school communityThis Year 1 Teacher role is suitable for experienced teachers and ECTs looking to develop within a supportive setting. Benefits for the successful Year 1 Teacher include:Inner London Pay Scale (MPS)Opportunity for a permanent contract in September 2026Suppor