An exceptional Independent School in Manchester is looking for a creative and nurturing Reception Teacher to join its Early Years team on a Full-Time basis from January 2026. This Reception Teacher post is ideally suited to someone who loves play-based learning, understands early childhood development, and wants to teach in a small-class, resource-rich Independent School setting. • Reception Teacher required on a Full-Time contract from January 2026 • Reception Teacher role at a leading Independent School in Manchester • Reception Teacher to join a highly experienced Early Years team from January 2026 The Reception Teacher will be responsible for designing an indoor and outdoor environment that promotes curiosity and language development. The successful Reception Teacher will run daily phonics sessions, model high quality interactions, and use observational assessment to track progress. From January 2026, the Reception Teacher will be supported with a robust induction programme; the Reception Teacher will join weekly planning and CPD from January 2026 and will be expected to contribute to whole-school events from January 2026. Reception Teacher – key responsibilities The Reception Teacher will plan and deliver a creative EYFS curriculum and lead continuous provision as Reception Teacher. The Reception Teacher will track progress against the Early Learning Goals and use next-step planning as the Reception Teacher. The Reception Teacher will build strong relationships with families and lead transition work into Year 1 as Reception Teacher. Reception Teacher – candidate profile Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or EYTS and recent Reception Teacher experience. A Reception Teacher with excellent communication, creativity and play-based practice. A calm, reflective Reception Teacher who prioritises wellbeing and inclusion. This Independent School is proud of its supportive culture and bespoke CPD. The successful Reception Teacher will start planning and handover sessions before January 2026, attend induction in January 2026, and teach from January 2026 as a Full-Time Reception Teacher. The Full-Time Reception Teacher contract offers stability, career development, and generous mentoring. To be considered for this Reception Teacher position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV.