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Job Description - Reception Teacher

Reception Teacher – Nurturing Young Learners in Havering
Full -Time | Temporary | Start Date: 19 January 2026


Are you an enthusiastic and caring Early Years teacher with a passion for giving children the very best start to their education? We are delighted to be recruiting a Reception Teacher for a welcoming and supportive primary school in Havering, offering a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a crucial stage of a child’s learning journey.


This full -time, temporary role is ideal for a teacher who thrives in a play -based, child -centred environment and understands the importance of early development, curiosity, and confidence. The school has a warm, inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and a collaborative Early Years team that works closely together to ensure every child feels safe, supported, and excited to learn.


The Role

As the Reception Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons in line with the EYFS framework

• Create a stimulating and nurturing learning environment, both indoors and outdoors

• Support children’s personal, social, and emotional development

• Observe, assess, and track progress to inform next steps in learning

• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues


The Ideal Candidate

You will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Have experience teaching in Reception or Early Years (ECTs are welcome)

• Be warm, patient, and highly organised

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of early childhood development

• Be committed to inclusive practice and high -quality early education


What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary £37,868 – £56,154 (M1–M6, Main Pay Range)

• Supportive senior leadership and an experienced EYFS team

• Well -resourced classrooms and engaging outdoor provision

• A positive school culture that values staff wellbeing and development

If you’re ready to inspire young learners and play a key role in shaping their first school experiences, this could be the perfect next step in your teaching career.


Why work via Teach Now?


Teach -Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in -house team of experienced senior leaders


Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach -Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.


Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.


We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

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