Reception Teacher with EYFS Leadership Opportunity

Reception TeacherLocation: DidcotStart Date: After Easter 2026Pay Scale: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale + potential TLR

Are you an experienced Early Years teacher ready to take on a leadership-focused role from Easter 2026?Are you looking for a Reception teaching position with the opportunity to lead within EYFS?

A welcoming and supportive primary school in Didcot are seeking a Reception Teacher to join their team from after Easter 2026. This role offers the potential for a TLR with a specific focus on EYFS leadership, making it ideal for a passionate practitioner who is confident in both classroom teaching and Early Years development.

Within this role you will take full responsibility for a Reception class, planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning in line with the EYFS framework. Alongside class teaching, you will support the development of EYFS practice across the setting, working closely with senior leaders and Early Years staff to raise standards, support staff development and ensure high-quality provision for all pupils.

What to expect in this Reception Teacher role: Primary School Setting Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale + potential TLR Reception class teaching with EYFS leadership responsibility Start date after Easter 2026

This role is ideal for an experienced Reception or Early Years teacher who is ready to take on a leadership role and make a wider impact across EYFS within a supportive school environment. It may also suit practitioners who are already acting as EYFS or Phase Leads and are looking for their next opportunity.

If you would like to apply for this Reception Teacher role, please upload your updated CV directly to this advert or contact the Academics team for more information.

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