Reception Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking an enthusiastic Reception teacher for a primary school in Waltham Forest. This full-time position offers a chance for contract extension based on performance, ideal for both ECTs and experienced teachers. The school prioritizes support and training for staff, creating a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience teaching Reception/KS1/Early Years.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training issued in the past year.

Responsibilities

• Plan and present lessons effectively.
• Mark student work and provide feedback.
• Attend parents' evenings and engage with parents.

Skills

Teaching skills

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Early Careers Teacher (ECT) or equivalent

Job description

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Prospero Teaching is looking for an Enthusiastic Reception teacher to work in a Primary school in Waltham Forest.
The school is a two-form entry Primary school with a supportive leadership team. The school is also providing training for any for all staff.

The position is open to both ECT (early careers teacher) and experienced teachers. Depending on performance at the school there in a chance that your contract can be extended or potentially receive a permanent contract.

Contract/ Position Details:
· Location- Waltham, East London.
· Position- Reception School Teacher.
· Type of work- Class Teacher- Planning presentations, marking work, parents evening etc.
· Contract or position start date- September 2025.
· Duration/Likely Duration- 1 term contract may be extended
· Contract or position end date (if applicable)- end of term 1.
· Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) – Temporary
· Full time/part time – Full time
· Minimum pay rate- depending on pay scale.
· Hours – 8:00 am – 4pm: Mon – Fri (term time only)

Experience, Training and Qualifications:
· QTS/ECT or equivalent.
· Minimum 1 year experience teaching Reception/KS1/Early Years required.
· Up to date safeguarding training issued in the past year.

To be eligible for this role through Prospero: YOU MUST!
· Have a valid right to work in the UK.
· Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS and be enrolled or willing to enrol onto the DBS update service.
· Provide two child related professional references from the past two years.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
If you are interested in this role and would like to apply, please apply with your most up-to date CV. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!