Reception Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an enthusiastic Reception Teacher for a primary school in Lewisham, starting January 2026. This full-time position involves lesson planning, engagement in parent-teacher meetings, and classroom responsibilities. The role offers competitive pay and the possibility of a permanent position from September 2026. Ideal candidates will have QTS and a passion for early childhood development in a supportive school community.

Benefits

Supportive staff and leadership team

Excellent resources for Early Years

Opportunity to secure a permanent role

Qualifications

• QTS is essential for this role.
• Experience in Early Years is an advantage.
• Ability to build positive relationships with the community.

Responsibilities

• Full-time teaching from January 2026.
• Lesson planning and classroom delivery.
• Participate in parent-teacher meetings and staff meetings.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience in Early Years (EYFS)

Engaging, play-based learning delivery

Building positive relationships

Commitment and reliability

Job description

Reception Teacher - Primary School - Lewisham
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time, Long-term (5 days per week for the remainder of the academic year)
Pay: 206-268 per day (Paid to scale M1-M6, Inner London)
Potential for Permanent Role from September 2026

Are you an enthusiastic and committed Primary Teacher looking for a fulfilling long-term role in Early Years? A welcoming and well-resourced Primary School in Lewisham is seeking a dedicated Reception Teacher to join their team from January 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about early childhood development and ready to take on full class responsibilities within a supportive and vibrant school community.

About the Role

• Full-time Reception Teacher (5 days per week)
• Long-term role from January 2026 until the end of the academic year
• Full classroom responsibilities including:
  • Lesson planning and delivery
  • Parent-teacher meetings
  • Participation in staff meetings and ongoing CPD
• Paid to scale (M1-M6 Inner London): 206-268 per day, depending on experience
• Strong potential for a permanent contract from September 2026

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• Experience in Early Years (EYFS) is an advantage, but all strong Primary and Nursery experience will be considered
• Confident in delivering engaging, play-based learning
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Committed, reliable, and enthusiastic about supporting children's early development

Why Apply?

• Supportive staff and leadership team
• Excellent resources for EYFS
• Opportunity to secure a permanent role
• Paid to scale from day one

If you are a dedicated teacher ready to take on a rewarding Reception class teacher role in a lovely Lewisham primary school, get in touch today.

Apply now to be considered.