Reception Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE rates

CPD access

Dedicated consultant

Transparent communication

Wide network of schools

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is seeking a Reception Teacher for an immediate start in Harrow and Wealdstone. You will deliver a play-based EYFS curriculum and lead the seven areas of learning, with a strong focus on systematic phonics for early reading.

You will work with a teaching assistant, SENCO and families to support all children, including SEND and EAL learners, ensuring progress from their starting points.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential and experience in Reception or Nursery within a primary school.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework and Development Matters.
• Confidence delivering systematic synthetic phonics and early reading programmes.
• Ability to plan play-based, child-led learning across the seven learning areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead the learning and development of the Reception class.
• Plan and deliver a rich, play-based EYFS curriculum.
• Deliver systematic phonics and early reading; track progress via learning journeys.
• Collaborate with TA, EYFS team and SENCO to support SEND and EAL learners.

Skills

QTS

Reception experience

EYFS knowledge

Phonics delivery

Curriculum planning

Observations & assessment

SEND & EAL awareness

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment - Immediate Start

Reception Teacher

Harrow and Wealdstone, Harrow - EYFS - Full-Time or Part-Time

Salary (Outer London MPS)

37,870 - 50,474

Daily rate (approx.)

194 - 259 per day

Pay structure

Weekly PAYE only

Start date

Immediate

We are working with a friendly, inclusive primary school in the Harrow and Wealdstone area, seeking a skilled and passionate Reception Teacher for an immediate start.

About the role

As Reception Teacher, you will lead the learning and development of your Reception class, planning and delivering a rich, play-based curriculum that reflects the EYFS statutory framework and Development Matters guidance.

You will create a safe, stimulating and language-rich classroom environment where children feel secure and ready to learn. Systematic synthetic phonics sits at the heart of the school's early reading programme, and you will deliver this with confidence and consistency.

You will work closely with your teaching assistant, the wider EYFS team and the SENCO to ensure all children - including those with SEND and EAL - are well supported, making strong progress from their individual starting points.

Transition arrangements, parental engagement and accurate assessment and record-keeping are all key parts of this role, and the school will expect you to approach these with care and professionalism.

What we are looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• Solid experience in a Reception or Nursery setting within a primary school
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework and Development Matters
• Confidence delivering systematic synthetic phonics and early reading programmes
• Skilled at planning play-based, child-led learning across the seven areas of learning
• Experience with observations, formative assessment and learning journeys
• A warm, nurturing approach with the ability to build positive relationships with young children and their families
• Awareness of SEND and EAL needs within an early years context

Why teachers choose Tradewind

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE - no umbrella companies, no hidden deductions
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College from day one
• A dedicated consultant who specialises in primary education in Harrow and the surrounding areas
• Honest, transparent communication and full support throughout the placement process
• Access to a wide network of schools across Harrow, Brent and beyond

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right-to-work verification.