Class Teacher (Reception)

Tct Academies; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Quest Primary School, part of The Collegiate Trust, is seeking a Class Teacher for two terms from January 2027 to August 2027. The role is 4 days per week (prefer Tue–Fri) with flexible patterns discussed in the application.

You will deliver high-quality EYFS teaching in the Reception class, promoting progress and wellbeing. Safeguarding and inclusive practice are central, with opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Early Years (EYFS) and Reception class.
• Passion for delivering high-quality outcomes and inclusive teaching.
• Strong communication with families, staff and stakeholders.
• Understanding of phonics and safeguarding practices.
• Willingness to engage in CPD and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach day-to-day in the Reception class and plan lessons.
• Support pupils' wellbeing and progress with high expectations.
• Collaborate with staff and families to drive outcomes.

Skills

EYFS experience

Reception class teaching

Phonics knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Stakeholder communication

Job description

If you would like to speak to anyone about the role you are interested in, or any aspect of the application process, please do not hesitate to contact [e-mail]

Closing Date: 30th October 2026

Description:

The Collegiate Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Class Teacher to join our Quest Primary School team. We are looking for someone to join our team for two terms in the first instance, between January 2027 and August 2027.

This role is 4 days per week (ideally Tues. – Fri. but other working patterns can be discussed. Please indicate your availability within your application).

What does the role involve?

We are looking for an individual who has a passion for working with children in the EYFS, is an excellent practitioner committed to delivering high-quality outcomes and will work hard to ensure all children are able to achieve the best they can. We are looking for a practitioner who is ambitious for themselves, dedicated to inclusive teaching and able to adapt lessons to ensure all children make the best possible progress from their starting points. You will be responsible for the day-to-day teaching of the Reception class. You will have strong communication skills, be willing to engage positively with all stakeholders and promote the academic achievement and the happiness and wellbeing of our pupils through having high expectations and aspiration for all pupils, as well as nurturing relationships and a positive attitude.

Who are we looking for?

The job description and person specification shown in the application pack will give you a good indication of who we are looking for, including the skills and experience that would make for our ideal candidate. Safeguarding is paramount to us at all stages of the recruitment process and beyond.

We are looking for an individual who has a passion for working with Early Years children and is committed to making a difference to their everyday experiences and life chances. Your communication skills, understanding of how children learn, communicate and may behave, flexibility, ability to multi-task, prioritise and work within a small team in a busy environment are essential. Experience in an EYFS setting would also be an advantage to ensure a smooth and successful transition for our pupils. Knowledge of teaching a validated phonics scheme would also be beneficial.

As a school we feel it is important to hire candidates who share our values and are keen to make a difference, which is why we look for staff to join our team who are enthusiastic, hard-working and keen to support excellent educational outcomes for all our pupils. We are keen to welcome to our team, professionals who are reflective practitioners, and proactively seek opportunities for CPD and further development.

Quest Primary School

Quest Primary School is a vibrant, welcoming and inclusive school within a caring and supportive school community. We have a fantastic team of staff who work together to provide the best possible teaching and wider experiences for our pupils, who themselves are happy, hard-working and aspire to learn and achieve more each day. Our staff work hard and go the extra mile to ensure that every child is supported to be the best they can be. If you are a team-player, ambitious for our pupils and for your own professional development and committed to making a difference and providing an exceptional education for all, then we would be delighted to receive your application for this post.

The Collegiate Trust

The Collegiate Trust is a family of 9 schools, primary and secondary, located in the Croydon and Crawley areas, educating children and young people from 3-19 years of age with a clear vision to deliver exceptional education for all.

The Central Team is mainly based at Riddlesdown Collegiate, a large, outstanding (OFSTED, March 2023) secondary school in Croydon with a longstanding reputation for high standards and an exceptional education.

Benefits of Working with The Collegiate Trust

We care about our staff’s health and wellbeing and offer an number of benefits that can be found in more on our website at Benefits of Working with TCT | The Collegiate Trust. We continually strive to improve our employee experience, ensuring staff wellbeing is at the forefront of our decision making. We offer generous holiday and salary opportunities and are dedicated to ensuring professional development opportunities for all our staff.

The Collegiate Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.