Reception Teacher

REESON Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking a Reception Teacher for a welcoming school in Shepherd's Bush, West London. The role focuses on delivering quality EYFS education and supporting early learners in a nurturing environment.

You will plan engaging lessons, manage a supportive classroom, and monitor progress while building strong links with families and staff. A dedicated candidate with passion for Early Years is sought to join the team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within Reception or the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A creative approach to teaching and learning through play.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons in line with the EYFS framework.
• Create a stimulating, inclusive classroom environment that supports learning through play.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and academic development.
• Monitor and assess children's progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs.
• Build positive relationships with parents, carers and colleagues.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage independence, curiosity and a love of learning.

Skills

QTS

EYFS experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Job description

Reception Teacher - Shepherd's Bush, West London

Location: Shepherd's Bush, London

Position: Reception Teacher

Contract: Full-time

Start Date: To be confirmed

Recruitment Agency: Reeson Education

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years Teacher looking for your next exciting opportunity?

Reeson Education is currently working with a welcoming school in Shepherd's Bush who are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Reception Teacher to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated teacher who is passionate about Early Years education and creating a nurturing, engaging environment where young learners can thrive.

The Role

As a Reception Teacher, you will play a key role in supporting children at the beginning of their educational journey, helping them develop the essential skills, confidence and curiosity they need to succeed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, creative and age-appropriate lessons in line with the EYFS framework.
• Creating a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning through play.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and academic development.
• Monitoring and assessing children's progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs.
• Building positive relationships with parents, carers and colleagues.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging independence, curiosity and a love of learning.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a caring, enthusiastic and motivated teacher with a genuine passion for Early Years education.

You will ideally have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within Reception or the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A creative approach to teaching and learning through play.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What the School Offers

• The opportunity to join a school in Shepherd's Bush, West London.
• A welcoming and supportive working environment.
• Enthusiastic young learners who are beginning their educational journey.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children's early development.
• Support from Reeson Education throughout the recruitment process.

Reeson Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks.

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.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%