Reception Teacher

Posted 3 hours 13 minutes ago by Tradewind Recruitment

Permanent
Full Time
Academic Jobs
Middlesex, Ruislip, United Kingdom, HA4 0
Job Description
Reception Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Ruislip, Hillingdon

Full-Time September 2026 - July 2027 Outer London Pay Scale (£37,868 - £50,472)

About the School

A welcoming and high achieving Catholic primary school in Ruislip, Hillingdon is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join their Early Years team from September 2026. This is a full time maternity cover role for the entire academic year through to July 2027. It is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well regarded school with a strong sense of community, where high standards, inclusion, and values led education are central to school life. The school offers a supportive and faith centred environment where children are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally.

Staff benefit from:

  • Friendly and inclusive school community
  • Strong Catholic ethos embedded in daily practice
  • Collaborative and experienced Early Years team
  • Dedicated full time Teaching Assistant in the Reception class
  • Excellent indoor and outdoor learning spaces
  • Supportive and approachable leadership
  • Engaged pupils and supportive families
The Role

As a Reception Teacher, you will:

  • Lead a Reception class in line with the EYFS framework
  • Deliver engaging, play based learning experiences
  • Support early development in communication, language, and social skills
  • Deliver high quality phonics teaching (Little Wandle experience desirable)
  • Work closely with a full time Teaching Assistant
  • Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress
  • Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
The Ideal Candidate Will Have

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Experience teaching within Early Years (Reception desirable)
  • A strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum
  • Experience delivering phonics, ideally using Little Wandle
  • A nurturing, proactive, and enthusiastic teaching style
  • Strong classroom management and organisational skills
  • A willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the school

This role would suit an experienced Early Years teacher who is passionate about giving children the best possible start to their education within a supportive and values driven school environment.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to find out more, please get in touch: Contact Marc . Interviews will be arranged ASAP.