Reception Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,870 - 50,474; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with established primary schools in Harrow to recruit a Reception Teacher with QTS for September 2026. The role can be full-time or part-time, with EYFS responsibilities and a focus on phonics, early reading, maths and personal development.

You will plan, observe and assess using the EYFS framework, work with teaching assistants and SENCO, and support pupils with SEND and EAL. The salary ranges from £37,870 to £50,474 with weekly PAYE.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Experience in EYFS, ideally Reception or Nursery.
• Strong phonics knowledge and early reading approaches.
• Ability to deliver EYFS framework with a balance of child-led and structured learning.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND and EAL.
• Up-to-date safeguarding and child protection knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Plan, observe and assess each child's progress using EYFS framework.
• Deliver EYFS curriculum through structured teaching and child-led play.
• Work with teaching assistants and SENCO to support all children, including SEND/EAL.
• Focus on phonics, early reading, maths and personal development.

Skills

QTS

EYFS experience

Phonics knowledge

EYFS delivery

SEND & EAL support

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Reception Teacher (QTS Required)

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Harrow, Outer London Full-time or Part-time

Salary

37,870 - 50,474

Daily rate (approx.)

194 - 259/day

Pay structure

Weekly PAYE only

Start date

September 2026

Are you a QTS-qualified teacher ready to inspire the very start of a child's school journey? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Reception team in Harrow and make a real difference during one of the most important years in a child's education.

About the role

Tradewind Recruitment is working with established primary schools across Harrow to find a committed Reception Teacher for September 2026. The role is available on a full-time or part-time basis.

Reception is a unique and exciting year - bridging early childhood and formal schooling. You will deliver the EYFS curriculum through a balance of structured teaching and purposeful, child-led play, with a strong focus on phonics, early reading, mathematics and personal development.

You will use the EYFS framework and Development Matters to plan, observe and assess each child's progress, working alongside teaching assistants and SENCO staff to ensure every child is supported, including those with SEND and EAL needs.

What we are looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• Proven experience in EYFS, ideally Reception or Nursery
• Strong phonics knowledge, including systematic synthetic phonics and early reading approaches
• Confident delivering the EYFS framework with a balance of child-led and structured learning
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND and EAL
• Up-to-date safeguarding and child protection knowledge

Why teachers choose Tradewind

• Transparent PAYE pay - weekly, with no umbrella companies or hidden deductions
• Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College from day one
• Real local knowledge of Harrow schools and their leadership teams
• Dedicated consultant support from your first conversation through to the end of your placement

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