Reception Teacher - Uxbridge - ASAP or Jan Start

Reception Teacher

Uxbridge, Hillingdon | ASAP or January 2027 Start | Full-Time, Long-Term

Salary: Outer London Pay Scale, MPS-UPS3 (£39,739-£62,496 per annum), depending on experience

The Opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a primary school in Uxbridge seeking a committed Reception Teacher to join their Early Years team on a full-time, long-term basis.

The school is looking for someone who can start as soon as possible, although applications are also welcome from teachers available from January 2027.

This is an opportunity to take responsibility for a Reception class, delivering a well-planned Early Years curriculum and supporting children as they develop the communication, literacy, numeracy and social skills needed for a successful transition into Year 1.

The school is open to applications from both experienced Reception teachers and ECTs with a strong understanding of Early Years practice.

The Role

Take full responsibility for a Reception class.

Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework.

Develop effective continuous provision and purposeful learning opportunities indoors and outdoors.

Support early phonics, reading, writing and mathematical development.

Monitor children's progress through observation and assessment.

Adapt activities to support children with different starting points and learning needs.

Establish positive routines and expectations to support behaviour and independence.

Work closely with teaching assistants and the wider EYFS team.

Maintain effective communication with parents and colleagues.

About You

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Experience teaching in EYFS, ideally Reception.

A secure understanding of the EYFS statutory framework.

Knowledge of early phonics, communication and language development.

Strong classroom organisation and behaviour management skills.

The ability to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment.

A reliable, proactive and collaborative approach.

What's on Offer?

Full-time, long-term teaching position.

ASAP start or January 2027 start considered.

Outer London MPS-UPS3 salary, depending on experience.

Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella company deductions.

Free access to professional development through the National College.

Ongoing support from Marc at Tradewind Recruitment, a former primary teacher who understands the demands of the classroom.

Access to further teaching opportunities across Uxbridge, Hillingdon and West London.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Reception Teacher or an ECT looking for a long-term opportunity in Uxbridge, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Marc at Tradewind Recruitment on (phone number removed) or to discuss the position.

Safeguarding

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safer recruitment checks, including identity and right-to-work checks, qualification verification, references and an enhanced DBS check with children's barred list information where legally applicable
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed