Employer: Halton Borough Council Schools
Salary: £32,916 - £45,352 (pro rata) per annum
Location: Widnes
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Part Time
Hours: 19.5 hours per week. Monday to Wednesday.
DBS Check: Yes
Closing Date: 08/10/2025 at 09:00
Reference: Pri/25/322999
Kingsway Primary Academy
Post Title: Reception Teacher
School: Kingsway Primary Academy
Grade/Salary: Main Pay Scale
Contract Type: Fixed Term (maternity leave)
Reporting To: EYFS Lead and Head teacher
Start Date: 3rd November 2025
Application forms can be requested via Kingsways website Kingsway Primary
Academy School
Application deadline: Wednesday 8th October
Interviews: Tuesday 14th October (provisional date)
Visits to school (strongly recommended): can be requested via a phone call to
the school office on
Purpose of Role:
At Kingsway Primary Academy, we are committed to providing the very best start for our Reception pupils by delivering high-quality education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. Our aim is to nurture every child so that they flourish academically, socially, emotionally, physically and spiritually. We take pride in creating an environment where children are encouraged to achieve their full potential, while also developing confidence, resilience and a genuine love of learning. In all that we do, we strive to live out our core values of Children First, Resilience, and Pioneering, ensuring they are embedded in our daily practice and reflected in the experiences we provide for every child.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
* Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons in line with the EYFS framework and school curriculum.
* Establish a well-organised, stimulating, and safe classroom environment that promotes independence, curiosity, and purposeful play.
* Organise resources and continuous provision effectively to support learning across all areas of development.
* Carry out accurate and ongoing assessment of pupils, using observations, formative assessment and summative judgements to track progress and inform future planning.
* Adapt teaching, planning and provision to meet the diverse needs of all pupils, including those with SEND, EAL, and disadvantaged backgrounds.
* Maintain consistently high expectations of behaviour, learning and achievement, supporting children to reach their full potential.
* Foster an inclusive classroom culture where all children feel valued, respected, and able to contribute.
* Implement whole-school policies, including those relating to safeguarding, behaviour, equality and inclusion,
health and safety, and assessment.
* Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and colleagues to support the best outcomes for all children.
* Build positive and effective relationships with parents and carers, keeping them informed of children's progress
and engaging them in their learning journey.
* Contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold its ethos, values, and high standards.
Safeguarding and Welfare
Uphold the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.
Maintain a safe and nurturing environment in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
guidance.
Ensure the physical and emotional wellbeing of all pupils.
How to apply
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs. Please fully complete the on-line application form.