Reception Teacher - Maternity Cover (EYFS)

Philosophy Education LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education LTD. in Dulwich is seeking an experienced Reception Teacher to join their infant school on a two-term maternity cover starting January 2026.

The role is full-time within a three-form-entry setting, offering engaging, play-based learning for the EYFS cohort. You will work with the Early Years team to plan, assess and enrich learning experiences, maintain strong home-school links with parents, and support children across all abilities with a creative, safeguarding-focused

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with EYFS experience.
• Creative, enthusiastic approach to teaching.
• Excellent communication and safeguarding commitment.
• Proactive team player committed to school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver play-based EYFS lessons.
• Collaborate with three-form-entry team for planning and assessments.
• Engage with parents to build home-school links.
• Support children across all abilities with enrichment activities.

Skills

Communication with parents

Phonics knowledge

Early maths understanding

Education

Experience in EYFS

Job description

Philosophy Education LTD. in Dulwich is seeking an experienced Reception Teacher to join their infant school on a two-term maternity cover starting January 2026.

The role is full-time within a three-form-entry setting, offering engaging, play-based learning for the EYFS cohort. You will work with the Early Years team to plan, assess and enrich learning experiences, maintain strong home-school links with parents, and support children across all abilities with a creative, safeguarding-focused