Overview Reference MC/RT/HP5 Salary £34,398 - £52,490/annum Job Location United Kingdom -England -South East England -Buckinghamshire -Chesham Job Type Contract Posted 20 May 2026 Closing date 02 Jun 2026 22:59 Reception Teacher - Full Time Chesham | September 2026 Start Pay: £34,398 - £52,490 per year Where confident beginnings lead to lifelong learning and you help set the foundations. Supply Desk is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Chesham, seeking a nurturing and enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join their team on a full-time basis from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact at the very start of a child's education journey. The Role The Reception year is a vital bridge between early development and structured learning. In this role, you will create a warm, engaging, and well-organised classroom environment where children feel safe, confident, and inspired to learn. You will be responsible for: Creating a stimulating, play-based learning environment aligned with the EYFS framework Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development Encouraging early communication skills, independence, and positive learning behaviours Observing, assessing, and tracking progress to meet individual learning needs Building strong relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers The Ideal Candidate You understand that Reception is about more than teaching-it's about building confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. You will ideally: Have experience teaching Reception or EYFS, or a strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum Hold QTS (unqualified teachers with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply) Be patient, creative, and engaging Demonstrate strong classroom management with a nurturing approach Thrive as part of a supportive and collaborative team What's in It for You? A welcoming and supportive school community Full-time, stable role starting September Competitive pay rates Dedicated support from your own Supply Desk consultant Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression Apply Now If you're ready to inspire and support confident, happy learners at the very beginning of their education, we'd love to hear from you. Send your CV to: Maariyah.Chaudhry@supplydesk.co.uk Call: 01494 840527 for more information Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.