Job Description
Reception Class Teacher – Full-Time, Permanent\nStart Date: September 2025\nLocation: Slough\nSalary: MPS/UPS (Dependent on experience)\n\nA Warm Welcome Awaits You\n\nAre you a nurturing and motivated Early Years teacher with a passion for helping children take their first steps in education? We are looking to appoint a dedicated Reception Teacher to join our caring and creative team from September 2025. This is a full-time, permanent position suitable for a teacher who brings energy, warmth, and a deep understanding of early learning.\n\nThe Role\n\nYou will lead a Reception class within our well-resourced and supportive Early Years setting.
As an EYFS teacher, you will play a crucial role in developing children’s language, communication, social, and physical skills through a play-based and child-led curriculum. You’ll work closely with our experienced EYFS team and teaching assistants to create a safe, stimulating environment where every child can flourish.\n\nAbout the School\n\nWe are a friendly, inclusive, and forward-thinking primary school in Slough, proud of our strong sense of community and commitment to early years excellence. Our Reception provision is highly valued, and we believe in giving children the very best start to their education through positive relationships, purposeful play, and carefully structured learning opportunities.\n\nWhat We Offer\n\n * \n\n A welcoming and well-equipped Early Years environment\n\n * \n\n A collaborative and experienced EYFS team\n\n * \n\n High-quality CPD tailored to Early Years practice\n\n * \n\n Supportive senior leadership who value early education\n\n * \n\n Opportunities to contribute to curriculum development and innovation\n\n * \n\n A focus on wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional support\n\nWho We’re Looking For\n\n * \n\n A qualified teacher with QTS and a strong understanding of the EYFS framework\n\n * \n\n Experience teaching in Reception or EYFS (including through placements, if ECT)\n\n * \n\n A compassionate and patient practitioner who values the unique needs of young children\n\n * \n\n Skilled in creating engaging continuous provision and meaningful learning experiences\n\n * \n\n Committed to partnership with parents and carers to support children's development\n\n * \n\n A positive, reflective team player who brings enthusiasm to every day\n\nApply Now\nIf you believe in the power of early years education and are ready to inspire a class of curious, capable learners, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining your experience and why you are passionate about teaching in Reception