Reception Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Pertemps; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Education is seeking a Reception Class Teacher for a maternity cover position starting in September 2025 at a welcoming primary school in Camden. This full-time role involves delivering engaging lessons and nurturing children's early learning in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Close collaboration with a small staff team

Strong leadership valuing staff well-being

Access to outdoor learning spaces

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage (ECT's encouraged).
• Excellent understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Warm, caring, and nurturing classroom approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with the EYFS team and support staff.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Passionate about child development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Reception Class Teacher – Maternity Cover – Camden – September Start
Pertemps Education is seeking aReception Class Teacher to join a warm and welcoming one-form entry primary school in Camden from September 2025. This is a maternity cover position, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a well-supported and child-centred Early Years environment.

Location: Camden
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Maternity Cover (Full-Time)
Salary: M1 – M6 + Inner London Allowance

About the Role:

• Full-time Reception Class Teacher role as part of the Early Years Foundation Stage team
• Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons that nurture children’s early learning
• Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive classroom environment
• Use observations and formative assessment to plan next steps and monitor progress
• Work collaboratively with the EYFS team, support staff and parents
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through planning, meetings and events

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage (ECT's Encouraged)
• Demonstrate excellent understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
• Be warm, caring and nurturing in their classroom approach
• Have strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Be passionate about giving children the best possible start to their school life

Why Join This School?

• One-form entry – enjoy close collaboration with a small and supportive staff team
• A welcoming and inclusive school culture
• Strong leadership that values staff well-being and development
• Well-resourced EYFS setting with access to outdoor learning spaces

If you're an inspiring Early Years teacher who enjoys helping children thrive in a nurturing environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
To apply, follow the instructions in this advert, send your CV to [e-mail] or call 020 3897 1563 for further details.