Reception Teacher

Reception Teacher | Full-Time Permanent Role | Havering | September 2026 Start | M2–UPS3 (£39,851 - £56,154)

Are you an experienced Reception Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity in a supportive and welcoming primary school? Do you have the passion, creativity and expertise to give children the very best start to their educational journey?

A highly regarded infant school in Havering is seeking an outstanding Reception Teacher to join its thriving Early Years team from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Reception Teacher to take ownership of a Reception class within a well-established and well-resourced EYFS setting.

The school is looking for a confident and enthusiastic Reception Teacher who can hit the ground running, deliver high-quality teaching and create a nurturing environment where every child can flourish.

The Role

As a Reception Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the EYFS Framework
• Create a stimulating and nurturing classroom environment
• Support childrens academic, social and emotional development
• Monitor progress through effective assessment and observation
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and colleagues
• Inspire a love of learning during this crucial stage of education
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

The successful Reception Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven experience teaching within Reception or Early Years
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and assessment framework
• Excellent classroom management skills
• A proactive, positive and enthusiastic approach
• High expectations for achievement and behaviour
• A genuine passion for Early Years education

This position is not suitable for ECTs. The school is seeking an experienced Reception Teacher who can make an immediate impact.

What the School Offers
• Supportive and approachable leadership team
• A strong and established Early Years provision
• Well-resourced learning environments
• Friendly and collaborative staff team
• Positive school culture where staff wellbeing is valued
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a real difference from day one

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Reception Teacher to join a welcoming school community that is committed to providing outstanding learning experiences for every child.
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary applies to candidates with substantial teaching experience.

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.