Reception Teacher – Full Time, Long-Term to Permanent Opportunity – Medway
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: £168 – £232 per day (dependent on experience)
Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years Teacher looking for a full-time, long-term to permanent opportunity within a supportive and high-achieving school in Medway?
Supply Desk are proud to be working with an outstanding primary school in the Medway area, renowned for its nurturing environment, inclusive ethos, and commitment to providing exceptional early education. The school is seeking an enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join their team as soon as possible.
This is an exciting opportunity to take on full teaching responsibilities within a warm, collaborative, and forward-thinking Early Years team.
About the Role:
As the Reception Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping children’s early learning experiences, fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring every child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare, and deliver inspiring and inclusive lessons following the EYFS curriculum.
Create a stimulating, safe, and supportive learning environment where every child feels valued.
Assess and track pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet diverse needs.
Build strong, positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
Work collaboratively with the Early Years and wider school team, sharing best practice and ideas.
Take on full class teacher responsibilities, including planning, assessment, and participation in staff meetings and school activities.
Uphold the school’s values of excellence, inclusivity, and care.
What We’re Looking For:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in Early Years or Reception.
A deep understanding of the EYFS curriculum and child-centred learning.
A nurturing, creative, and reflective approach to teaching.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
A strong commitment to safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusive education.
Availability to start as soon as possible and willingness to commit to a long-term to permanent role.
What Supply Desk Offer:
Competitive pay rates: £168 – £232 per day (based on experience).
Opportunity for a long-term to permanent placement.
A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
Access to free CPD and training opportunities to enhance your professional development.
Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £150 collectively for successful referrals.
If you’re an Early Years Teacher in Medway ready to take on a fulfilling, long-term opportunity within an outstanding and supportive school, we’d love to hear from you!
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