Reception Teacher - Havering, London

Academics Ltd; Romford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Excellent facilities

Car Park Available

Great Transport Links

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Havering, London is seeking an experienced EYFS/Reception teacher or an ECT to cover a year-long maternity contract, starting October/November 2026. The role is paid to scale, with a long-term path to a permanent post from July/August 2027.

The school offers a well-resourced EYFS department, supportive leadership, and CPD opportunities. The ideal candidate will have QTS, strong EYFS knowledge, and a collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and assessment.
• Qualified Teacher Status with UK experience in EYFS/ KS1.
• Experience delivering an engaging, play-based curriculum.
• Willing to learn and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging EYFS lessons in Reception to a 2-form entry school.
• Cover maternity leave for approximately 1 year with potential permanency from July/August 2027.
• Collaborate with TA support and SLT to maintain high standards.
• Ensure a positive, inclusive learning environment with strong behavior.

Skills

EYFS curriculum knowledge

Reception teaching

QTS

UK National Curriculum knowledge

Team player

Education

QTS

Job description

Are you an experienced EYFS/ Reception teacher?

Are you seeking a new teaching role for October or November 2026 start?

Would you like to work in a primary school where they have a well resourced EYFS Department with supportive SLT?

A 2 Form Entry Primary School in Havering, London are looking for an experienced EYFS/ Reception teacher OR ECT to join them in ASAP to cover a 1 year maternity role.

This Reception Teacher role is being offered on a paid to scale long term contract till July 2027 and then moving onto a permanent contract from July/August 2027. You will receive all the pay you are entitled to from day one!

Ticking the boxes so far? Please read on!

• Reception Teacher - EYFS
• Havering, London
• October or November 2026 start
• Full time
• £180-£300 per day - paid to scale M1-UPS3
• Long term contract till July 2027- Permanent role thereafter
• ECTs welcomed
• 2 Form Entry
• Good OFSTED
• Fantastic CPD opportunities
• Supportive SLT
• Excellent EYFS Department
• Great Transport Links
• Car Park Available

This is a vibrant and happy primary school where the children are enthusiastic and motivated to achieve endless possibilities. The EYFS department is excellently resourced with fantastic facilities both in and outdoor. You will be supported by experienced EYFS Teaching Assistants in your class as well as the support from a strong senior leadership team.

This primary school are looking for an experienced EYFS primary teacher or ECT who can deliver an engaging and rich curriculum to ensure that your pupils can develop a passion for learning that will develop high aspirations and a life time of memories!

The Ideal Reception Teacher - Havering, London:

• Have excellent experience and knowledge of the EYFS curriculum
• Haver a passion for EYFS
• Be creative and fun in your teaching
• Ideally have experience teaching in Reception. They will look at Nursery and KS1 teachers
• Have a willingness to learn
• Be a team player
• Have at least 1 years experience teaching the UK National Curriculum in EYFS or KS1
• Hold QTS!

This Primary School Offers:

• A well resourced EYFS department
• A friendly and supportive EYFS Leader
• A caring and supportive environment
• Polite and well behaved children
• Excellent education and training opportunities
• Establish Senior Leadership Team who give staff autonomy!

Reception Teacher - Havering, London

Reception Teacher - Havering, London

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.