Reception Class Teacher

Teach Plus Limited; Acton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a passionate Reception Class Teacher to join an outstanding two-form-entry primary academy in Acton. The ideal candidate will have QTS or equivalent, and experience in early years education is desirable. You will be responsible for delivering a creative curriculum and supporting children's development in a well-structured environment. This role offers an opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a supportive school setting.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience teaching Reception or in a similar early years setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering a stimulating Reception curriculum.
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and academic development.
• Providing tailored support for pupils with additional needs.
• Maintaining high standards of classroom management.
• Collaborating with colleagues and parents.
• Contributing to enrichment activities.

Skills

Passion for primary education

Classroom management

Collaboration skills

Education

QTS or Equivalent

Job description

Reception Class Teacher
Start Date: January 2026
Location: Acton, Ealing
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Salary: M1 - UPS3

About the Role/School

We are looking for an enthusiastic Reception Class Teacher to join a welcoming two-form-entry primary and nursery academy in Acton, Ealing. This outstanding school offers a high-quality, inclusive education underpinned by ambitious values around exploration, endeavour, and excellence. Rated “Outstanding” across all areas by inspectors, the school combines a well-structured curriculum with strong pastoral support, including tailored help for children with additional needs.

As a Reception Class Teacher, you will help deliver rich enrichment opportunities — from music to trips and digital learning — ensuring every pupil thrives. You will be part of a highly trained and passionate staff team, supported by a leading multi-academy trust, where inspections note high morale and well-managed workloads, reflecting genuine job satisfaction.

Job Responsibilities

As a Reception Class Teacher, your key responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering a stimulating, creative, and engaging Reception curriculum.
• Supporting children's social, emotional, and academic development.
• Providing tailored support for pupils with additional needs.
• Maintaining high standards of classroom management and behaviour.
• Collaborating with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to enhance the learning experience.
• Contributing to enrichment activities and school events.

Qualifications/Experience

To be considered for this Reception Class Teacher role, you will need:

• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.
• Right to work in the UK.
• QTS or Equivalent
• A passion for primary education and working with young children.
• Experience teaching Reception or in a similar early years setting is desirable.

Next Steps

If this Reception Class Teacher position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Carly at Teach Plus. Alternatively, please click ‘apply' and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

About Teach Plus
Teach Plus is a 5-star Google rated, London-based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, and our candidate journey is what makes we stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.

With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We offer a range of opportunities including short-term, long-term, and permanent positions within education, as well as a high volume of daily supply work.