Maternity-Cover Reception Teacher (EYFS)

Veritas-Education-Recruitmen; Chorley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing CPD and career development

Collaborative staff team

Well-resourced EYFS setting

Job summary

Veritas Education are recruiting a Reception Teacher for a maternity cover position in Chorley, starting November 2026. The school’s EYFS team is strong, with a nurturing environment and strong community links.

You will deliver play-based learning aligned to the EYFS framework, plan effectively, and monitor progress. Applicants should have QTS and recent Early Years/Reception experience, with good phonics delivery and a collaborative approach within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching within Early Years/Reception.
• Strong understanding of child development and EYFS framework.
• Able to deliver phonics (Read Write Inc, Letters & Sounds or similar).
• Excellent behaviour management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver creative, play-based learning across all EYFS areas.
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive classroom for all learners.
• Track, assess and monitor pupil progress using EYFS frameworks.
• Differentiate provision to meet varied abilities and needs.
• Collaborate with parents and colleagues to support each child’s learning journey.

Skills

Phonics knowledge

EYFS knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Veritas Education are recruiting a Reception Teacher for a maternity cover position in Chorley, starting November 2026. The school’s EYFS team is strong, with a nurturing environment and strong community links.

You will deliver play-based learning aligned to the EYFS framework, plan effectively, and monitor progress. Applicants should have QTS and recent Early Years/Reception experience, with good phonics delivery and a collaborative approach within a supportive team.