Reception Class Teacher

TipTopJob; Dover; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeson Education is recruiting a Reception Class Teacher for a Whitechapel primary school starting January 2027. The role focuses on EYFS, with responsibility for planning and delivering phonics, early literacy, and play-based learning in a nurturing environment.

You will join a welcoming team, support children’s development across communication, language, literacy and numeracy, and work with learning support staff to foster an inclusive classroom. A strong EYFS background is essential.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential
• Experience teaching Reception or EYFS required
• Strong knowledge of EYFS framework and child development
• Confident in phonics and supporting early literacy and numeracy
• Ability to plan engaging lessons for children of varying abilities
• Excellent classroom management and clear communication
• Nurturing, patient and enthusiastic approach to teaching

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with EYFS
• Create a positive, inclusive, stimulating classroom
• Support early development in communication, language, literacy, numeracy, PSHE
• Deliver phonics and early literacy sessions
• Use observations to monitor progress and identify learning needs
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and EYFS staff
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers
• Ensure children feel safe, supported and encouraged

Skills

Phonics

Early literacy

Classroom management

Communication

Teamwork

Child development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience in EYFS/Reception

Job description

Reception Class Teacher : Primary School : Whitechapel

Location: Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Full:time, long:term

Salary: Inner London MPS/UPS

Reeson Education is working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Whitechapel to recruit a passionate and dedicated Reception Class Teacher for a January 2027 start.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to join an established primary school and take responsibility for a Reception class.

The school is looking for someone who can create a stimulating and nurturing learning environment, support childrens early development and help every pupil build the foundations for a successful start to their education.

The Role: Reception Class Teacher

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Planning and delivering engaging, age:appropriate lessons in line with the EYFS framework.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Supporting childrens early development across communication, language, literacy, numeracy and personal, social and emotional development.
• Delivering effective phonics and early literacy sessions.
• Using observations and assessments to monitor progress and identify individual learning needs.
• Working closely with teaching assistants and other EYFS staff to support learning.
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Ensuring all children feel safe, supported and encouraged to reach their potential.

The Ideal Reception Class Teacher

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within Reception or the wider EYFS phase.
• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework and early childhood development.
• Confidence delivering phonics and supporting early literacy and numeracy.
• The ability to plan engaging lessons that meet the needs of children with different abilities and starting points.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A nurturing, patient and enthusiastic approach to teaching.

Why Apply?

• January 2027 start.
• Full:time, long:term teaching opportunity.
• Inner London MPS/UPS salary.
• Opportunity to join a welcoming primary school in Whitechapel.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Reeson Education consultant.

If you are a qualified Reception Class Teacher looking for a new opportunity in Tower Hamlets this January, we would love to hear from you.

Safeguarding Statement

Reeson Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.