Reception Teacher: Maternity Cover (Trauma-Informed)

Educators; Price Town; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Nantymoel Primary School is seeking a highly motivated teacher to cover maternity leave in the reception class. The role requires a warm, child-centered practitioner skilled in early years learning and responsive to individual needs.

We value Froebelian principles, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive learning environments that foster curiosity, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every child in our Nantymoel family.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate excellent classroom practice and a strong understanding of child development and the Curriculum for Wales.
• Enthusiastic about Froebelian principles, including child-led exploration and open-ended resources.
• Understand the trauma-informed approach, recognising emotional safety and readiness to learn.
• Create calm, welcoming, inclusive learning environments where every child feels safe, valued and supported.
• Maintain high expectations for all learners with observation-based support and challenge.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellent classroom practice and a strong understanding of child development and the Curriculum for Wales.
• Be enthusiastic about Froebelian principles, including child-led exploration, open-ended resources and the role of the adult in supporting and extending learning.
• Understand the importance of a trauma-informed approach, recognising that emotional safety, connection and regulation underpin children's readiness to learn.
• Create calm, welcoming and inclusive learning environments where every child feels safe, valued and supported.
• Maintain high expectations for all learners, using observation and assessment to provide appropriate support and challenge.
• Be reflective, creative and willing to develop their practice alongside a supportive and committed team.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues, demonstrating a commitment to the values and ethos of our inclusive school.

Skills

Child development

Welsh language

Job description

Nantymoel Primary School is seeking a highly motivated teacher to cover maternity leave in the reception class. The role requires a warm, child-centered practitioner skilled in early years learning and responsive to individual needs.

We value Froebelian principles, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive learning environments that foster curiosity, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every child in our Nantymoel family.