Reception Teacher - January Start | EYFS & Phonics Focus

TipTopJob; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeson Education is seeking a Reception Teacher for a January 2027 start at a welcoming primary school in Clapham. The role focuses on delivering high-quality EYFS provision, supporting early development, and building children’s confidence as they begin their school journey.

The ideal candidate holds QTS and has experience in an Early Years or Reception setting, with a strong EYFS understanding and ability to deliver phonics and early literacy skills.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching EYFS/Reception.
• Strong understanding of EYFS framework and early child development.
• Confident delivering phonics and supporting early literacy and numeracy.
• Engaging learning environment through play and exploration.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for teaching and learning of a Reception class.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with EYFS.
• Support development across communication, language, literacy and early mathematics.
• Deliver effective phonics teaching and encourage early reading skills.
• Use play-based learning and structured activities to develop curiosity and independence.
• Monitor progress through observations and ongoing assessment.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, parents and school team.

Skills

Phonics delivery

EYFS knowledge

Assessment skills

Behaviour management

Education

QTS

Job description

Reeson Education is seeking a Reception Teacher for a January 2027 start at a welcoming primary school in Clapham. The role focuses on delivering high-quality EYFS provision, supporting early development, and building children’s confidence as they begin their school journey.

The ideal candidate holds QTS and has experience in an Early Years or Reception setting, with a strong EYFS understanding and ability to deliver phonics and early literacy skills.