Reception Class Teacher

Posted 11/11/26
Grays, Essex, South East
Paid to Scale
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Reception Class Teacher to join a well-established primary school in Essex. This crucial role involves shaping the foundational learning experiences of young children within their Early Years Foundation Stage journey. The school is flexible and keen to find the right candidate, offering various contract options including long term, daily supply, short term, or a permanent position, with an immediate start possible.

Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver an engaging and age-appropriate Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
* Create a nurturing and stimulating classroom environment that encourages exploration and discovery.
* Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress, ensuring individual learning needs are met.
* Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and carers to support holistic development.
* Collaborate effectively with teaching assistants and wider school staff to foster a cohesive educational experience.
* Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and child welfare at all times within the school community.

About You
* Possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent UK teaching qualification.
* Demonstrable experience teaching within an Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) setting.
* A genuine passion for fostering the development and learning of young children.
* Excellent classroom management and behaviour strategies tailored for early years.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
* A commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all pupils.

Why Join
This school offers a supportive and collaborative environment where your passion for early years education will be truly valued. You will have the opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact on children's foundational learning journeys, while benefiting from opportunities for continuous professional development.

Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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