Reception Teacher (Maternity Cover) - South Ockendon

Protocol Education Limited; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education are seeking a Reception Teacher to cover a maternity vacancy at a friendly primary school in South Ockendon. You will take full responsibility for a Reception class, delivering engaging EYFS lessons and supporting children's social, emotional and academic development.

The ideal candidate holds QTS with EYFS experience, understands the Early Years Foundation Stage, and can foster an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS and have experience teaching within EYFS.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Ability to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for a Reception class.
• Deliver engaging and creative EYFS lessons.
• Foster a nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
• Support children’s social, emotional and academic development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and support staff.

Skills

QTS

EYFS experience

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Reception Teacher (Maternity Cover) - South Ockendon

Location: South Ockendon
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term Maternity Cover
Key Stage: EYFS
Agency: Protocol Education

Are you a passionate and dedicated Reception Teacher looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and welcoming school?

A friendly and inclusive primary school in South Ockendon is seeking an enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join their EYFS team on a long-term maternity cover basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact during the crucial early years of a child’s education while becoming part of a strong and supportive school community.

The Role:

• Full responsibility for a Reception class
• Deliver engaging and creative EYFS lessons
• Foster a nurturing and stimulating learning environment
• Support children’s social, emotional and academic development
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and support staff

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds QTS and has experience teaching within EYFS
• Has a strong understanding of the Early Years Framework
• Creates engaging and inclusive learning experiences
• Is passionate about helping children thrive and reach their potential
• Has excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Wants to become a valued member of the school community

What We Offer:

• Long-term maternity cover with potential for extension
• Competitive rates of pay through Protocol Education
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive school

If you're an enthusiastic EYFS specialist ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

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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