Reception Teacher

Protocol Education Ltd; Tendring; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education agency is seeking an experienced Reception Class Teacher for maternity cover in Clacton. This role is designed for a passionate EYFS Teacher who understands early years development and can create engaging lessons. You'll be working in a warm and inclusive environment that values child-led learning and strong family relationships. Competitive pay and professional development opportunities are offered. Take the next step in your career and apply today!

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Flexible options and dedicated consultant support

Access to free CPD and professional development

Weekly pay and simple online timesheets

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher with EYFS experience.
• Strong understanding of early years development and child-centred approaches.
• Ability to create engaging, inclusive lessons that inspire confidence and independence.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Cover a Reception class maternity leave.
• Work in a supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Foster strong relationships with pupils and families.

Skills

EYFS experience

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to create engaging lessons

Education

Qualified Teacher status

Job description

Reception Class Teacher – Maternity Cover (EYFS) – Clacton

Are you a passionate and experienced EYFS Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join a warm, inclusive school in Clacton to cover a Reception class maternity leave.

This is a fantastic chance to work in a supportive environment that values creativity, child‑led learning, and strong relationships with pupils and families. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing atmosphere where every child feels safe, happy, and ready to learn.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher with EYFS experience
• Strong understanding of early years development and child‑centred approaches
• Ability to create engaging, inclusive lessons that inspire confidence and independence
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Benefits of working with Protocol Education:

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible options and dedicated consultant support
• Access to free CPD and professional development
• Weekly pay and simple online timesheets

If you’re ready for a new challenge and want to make a real impact in a caring school community, apply today and let us help you take the next step in your teaching career.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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