Job Description
Reception Teacher – Pre-Preparatory School in Chigwell
Are you a dedicated and reflective Reception Teacher looking to play a key role in shaping an ambitious and nurturing early years environment?
We are seeking an exceptional Reception Teacher to join a founding team in Chigwell, contributing to a warm setting where children are supported to thrive.
About the School - As a Reception Teacher, you will join a school where both pupils and staff are supported to flourish. You will benefit from:
• Founding Team Opportunity – Play a central role as a Reception Teacher in shaping the culture, curriculum, and ethos of a new school• Clear, Values-Led Vision – Work within a thoughtfully structured approach that prioritises knowledge, language, and depth of learning• Small Class Sizes – Teach as a Reception Teacher in a calm, focused setting with time to support every child• Professional Development – Access ongoing CPD, collaboration, and professional dialogue as a reflective Reception Teacher• Competitive Benefits Package – Salary starting from £45,000, eight weeks’ holiday, pension, and additional wellbeing support• Holistic Staff Support – Employee assistance programme, 24/7 virtual GP access, coaching, and legal/financial advisory services
The Role - As a Reception Teacher, you will:
• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching aligned with best practice in early years education• Create a nurturing, structured, and language-rich classroom environment• Support children’s academic, social, and emotional development• Work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a reflective founding team• Contribute to the wider development of curriculum and school life as a Reception Teacher
The Ideal Candidate:
• A committed and enthusiastic Reception Teacher with high expectations for all pupils• Values knowledge, language development, and thoughtful teaching practice• Works with warmth, clarity, and integrity as a Reception Teacher• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYT)• Strong understanding of child development and effective teaching practice
If you are an ambitious and thoughtful Reception Teacher ready to contribute to a school at the very start of its journey in Chigwell, we would welcome your application.
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