Reception Teacher - September 2025

Aspire People; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Nuneaton seeks a passionate Reception Teacher for a full-time, fixed-term position starting in September 2025. This role requires a nurturing approach to education, strong classroom skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. The school values staff wellbeing and offers a supportive community with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive leadership

Opportunities for professional development

Commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance

Qualifications

• Fully qualified teacher with QTS, ideally with recent EYFS experience.
• Ability to lead a Reception class and support children's development.
• Flexibility, reliability, positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Reception class of approximately 30 pupils.
• Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the EYFS curriculum.
• Support personal, social, and academic development of children.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Nurturing

Child-centred approach

Strong behaviour management

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Location: Nuneaton
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Autumn Term, with likely extension to Spring Term)
School Type: One-Form Entry Primary | Ofsted Rated: GOOD

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated Reception Teacher to join a warm and welcoming one-form entry primary school, known for its strong community spirit and commitment to providing high-quality early years education.

This role is to cover a maternity leave beginning in September 2025, initially for one term, with a high likelihood of extending into the Spring Term. The school is looking for an enthusiastic teacher with a secure understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), who can offer a nurturing and stimulating learning environment where all children feel safe, valued, and inspired to thrive.

About the School:
A friendly and supportive primary school, rated GOOD by Ofsted

A small, inclusive setting where every child is known and valued

Well-established routines and a calm, positive learning environment

Strong leadership and a collaborative, experienced teaching team

What the Role Involves:
Leading a Reception class of approximately 30 pupils with the support of a classroom assistant

Planning and delivering engaging lessons in line with the EYFS curriculum

Supporting each child's personal, social, and academic development

Working closely with parents, carers, and colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for all pupils

Contributing to the wider school community and upholding its values

What We're Looking For:
A fully qualified teacher with QTS and ideally recent experience teaching in Reception or EYFS

Someone who is enthusiastic, nurturing, and child-centred in their approach

A confident classroom practitioner with strong behaviour management skills

A team player who can work collaboratively and bring energy and creativity to the role

Flexibility, reliability, and a positive, can-do attitude

Why Join This School?
A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance

Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional development

A welcoming, community-focused school culture

Well-behaved, happy children who are eager to learn

Opportunity to visit the school for an informal walkaround before interview - a great chance to see the environment, meet the team, and get a feel for the school ethos

Whether you're looking for your next short-term teaching role or simply want to immerse yourself in a lovely Reception class and make a real difference, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where you'll feel valued and supported.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.