Reception Teacher - Elite Preparatory School - Tunbridge Wells, Kent

TN United Kingdom; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding preparatory school in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a proactive Reception Teacher. The role involves teaching the EYFS curriculum, fostering a supportive learning environment, and managing the pastoral care of young children. This position welcomes experienced teachers and early career teachers alike, offering a friendly atmosphere and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Confidence to manage behaviour in line with school policies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the pastoral care of children in Early Years.
• Teaching the EYFS curriculum and tracking children's progress.
• Encouraging children's writing ability and developing maths skills.

Skills

Teamwork

Emotional Intelligence

Behaviour Management

Education

Relevant qualifications

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Reception Teacher - Elite Preparatory School - Tunbridge Wells, Kent, Royal Tunbridge Wells

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Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom

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21.05.2025

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05.07.2025

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Job Description:

Reception Teacher - Outstanding Preparatory School – Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Wayman Education is working with a vibrant and fun primary school based in Tunbridge Wells seeking a proactive and emotionally intelligent Reception Teacher.

The children are hardworking, caring, inquisitive and imaginative and the staff here aspire to develop well-rounded, confident pupils through a supportive pastoral environment, as a result we are seeking a primary teacher who knows how to drive attainment and create engaging lessons.

Interviews will be happening on a rolling basis over the next two weeks, so don't hesitate, get in touch today to find out more!

Responsibilities of a Reception Teacher

• As a Reception Teacher you will be responsible for the pastoral care of children taking their first steps in Early Years Foundation Stage, promoting teamwork, and cultivating a conducive learning environment.
• Teaching the EYFS curriculum to groups of children while also focusing on each individual child's learning targets, encouraging their strengths, and improving their weaknesses
• Further developing maths ability and introducing fractions, statistics, and geometry
• Help children develop their writing ability by creating plots, characters and settings for stories.
• Keeping track of children's progress and occasionally reporting back to parents

About the school:

• 2 form entry school located in a lovely residential area of Tunbridge Wells.
• Friendly environment that welcomes early career teachers (ECTs) with open arms
• As well as academic excellence, this school aspires to develop well-rounded, confident pupils through its supportive pastoral environment.

Suitable applicants must have:

• Relevant qualifications (Experienced teachers as well as ECTs are welcome to apply).
• Experience teaching Early Years Foundation Stage .
• The confidence to hit the ground running, proactively lead a class and manage behaviour in line with school behaviour policies.

Company Information

Wayman Education is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the education field.

We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable teaching agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

We work closely with a large array of Nurseries, Primary schools and secondary schools and specialise in long-term and permanent recruitment.

Application

If this YEAR 2 Teacher role sounds interesting to you then get in touch today!