KS1 Teacher - (Leadership Opportunity) Cheltenham

September 2026 Start

A progressive and welcoming primary school in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Key Stage 1 Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and skilled practitioner who is ready to extend their impact beyond the classroom and take on a leadership-focused role within a supportive school community.

This KS1 Teacher position is ideal for an experienced teacher (not suitable for ECTs) who is passionate about high-quality first teaching, early reading, and phonics, and who is keen to contribute to curriculum development, mentor colleagues, and support whole-school improvement.

The school places a strong emphasis on early literacy and phonics, including Read Write Inc. (RWI), and is committed to ensuring every child thrives academically and personally.

As a KS1 Teacher, you will:

• Deliver consistently high-quality teaching across the Key Stage 1 curriculum
• Lead or support phonics and early reading, including RWI
• Set high expectations to secure strong outcomes in reading, writing, and maths
• Support pupils with SEND and a range of learning needs
• Work closely with SLT and KS1 colleagues to drive improvement
• Take on additional leadership or subject responsibilities aligned with your strengths and experience

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Demonstrate strong, proven KS1 teaching practice
• Have excellent knowledge of the KS1 curriculum and phonics

Be confident delivering and supporting Read Write Inc.

Build positive, professional relationships with pupils, families, and staff

Show ambition to contribute to subject leadership, mentoring, or whole-school initiatives

What the School Offers:

• A friendly, ambitious primary school in Cheltenham
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and leadership development
• A collaborative and supportive staff team
• Salary paid on MPS/UPS

This KS1 Teacher (Leadership Opportunity) is perfect for an experienced teacher seeking the next step in their career, particularly within early reading and phonics, in a thriving Cheltenham school.

Apply now to begin the next stage of your teaching and leadership journey in Cheltenham from September 2026.

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KS1 Teacher - (Leadership Opportunity) Cheltenham