Reception Teacher

Smart Teachers; Ealing; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Reception Teacher to create a safe and engaging classroom environment in Ealing, starting January 2026. The school emphasizes pupil wellbeing and offers a collaborative team culture with strong support from leadership. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in teaching early years, specifically in the EYFS framework. Opportunities for professional growth are available within this friendly primary school.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative staff environment

Focus on pupil wellbeing

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience in early years teaching, preferably in Reception.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework is required.
• Commitment to a full-time position starting in January 2026.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Plan and deliver engaging EYFS lessons.
• Observe and track children's progress in line with EYFS standards.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to support children's development.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching in EYFS

Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework

Ability to create an engaging learning environment

Job description

About the role

As the Reception Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality, play-based learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. You will create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment that supports children's academic, social, and emotional development, while helping them transition confidently into school life.

About the school

The school is a friendly and inclusive primary school in Ealing, with a strong focus on early years provision, pupil wellbeing, and positive relationships. The leadership team is supportive and committed to staff development, offering guidance and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative setting.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in EYFS, ideally in Reception
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Commitment to a full-time, permanent role from January 2026
• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Right to work in the UK

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, care, and wellbeing
• Working closely with teaching assistants, colleagues, and parents
• Planning and delivering engaging EYFS lessons and learning activities
• Observing, assessing, and tracking children's progress in line with EYFS requirements

What the school offer

• A full-time, permanent Reception Teacher position starting January 2026
• A strong focus on pupil wellbeing and early development
• A well-resourced EYFS environment
• A collaborative and welcoming staff team
• A positive school culture with an emphasis on teamwork and inclusion