KS1 Teacher & English Lead

KS1 Teacher & English Lead – Pioneering Literacy Excellence in Islington

Step into a transformative education leadership role as a KS1 Teacher & English Lead at one of Islington’s most forward-thinking primary schools. If you are an ambitious educator with a flair for inspiring young minds and advancing English outcomes across Key Stage 1, this is your chance to make a measurable impact. The school seeks a vibrant KS1 Teacher & English Lead who will champion reading, writing, and phonics with vision, drive, and boundless creativity.
Joining as the new KS1 Teacher & English Lead, you'll accelerate your growth through exceptional mentoring and immersive leadership experience, all while driving standards at an Ofsted-rated 'Good to Outstanding' school. You’ll be immersed in a culture of professional innovation, collaborative practice, and aspirational teaching—perfect for rising stars looking to redefine the KS1 classroom. This school delivers superb English resources, continual CPD, and genuine opportunities for progression as you help shape the literacy journey of every child.
Key Highlights:

KS1 Teacher & English Lead – real leadership within class and subject
Up to £200 Per Day DOE – unmatched reward for top-tier talent
Superb Islington location: leafy, vibrant and easily accessible
School graded Good to Outstanding by Ofsted; a beacon for best practice
Rapid progression, ring-fenced CPD, and English subject leadership autonomy
Ideal for: outstanding classroom leaders and English enthusiasts hungry for impact
Creative learning spaces, specialist resources, and dynamic teaching teams

What You'll Be Doing:

Leading KS1 English curriculum design, delivery, and assessment
Inspiring best practice and coaching colleagues in phonics and literacy
Teaching an engaged KS1 class, blending creativity, rigour, and compassion
Monitoring and raising attainment in reading and writing across year groups
Driving whole-school initiatives and showcasing high-impact classroom strategies

Ideal KS1 Teacher & English Lead for this Islington School:

UK-trained teacher with QTS (essential)
Proven impact in KS1 with outstanding graded references
Advanced knowledge of the English curriculum and proven phonics expertise
ECTs welcomed if performance-driven and reflective
Experienced KS1 Teachers ready to take on English leadership and share best practice

Why Join This Islington School?:

Highly supportive SLT who champion professional agency and autonomy
Purposeful CPD tailored to your teaching and leadership ambitions
School-wide drive for excellence and inclusion – every child’s progress matters
Warm, spirited, and respectful school community with exemplary behaviour
Opportunity to lead literacy transformation – your vision, your impact

This is a rare KS1 Teacher & English Lead role for the most driven and visionary educators. Become a catalyst for literacy, advance your leadership journey, and play a starring role in Islington’s educational success story. Apply now for immediate consideration.
How to Apply

Interviews are underway and this role won't be open for long! If you're ready to step into an exciting KS1 Teacher & English Lead position in Islington, act quickly—send in your CV today to secure your chance before the deadline closes.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving North London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!