Are you a warm, imaginative Reception Teacher ready to lead excellent early years practice from January 2026? We are partnering with a forward-thinking independent school in Hemel Hempstead to appoint a skilled Reception Teacher to join an experienced EYFS team. The successful Reception Teacher will design and deliver a play-based, evidence-informed Reception curriculum, lead formative assessment and create an inclusive learning environment that nurtures children’s language, social and early numeracy skills. As Reception Teacher, you will liaise closely with parents and colleagues to ensure smooth transitions and consistent progress. This independent school in Hemel Hempstead offers outstanding indoor and outdoor provision, specialist resources and strong professional development - an ideal setting for an ambitious Reception Teacher. Key responsibilities: Plan, teach and assess high-quality Reception sessions as the Reception Teacher. Lead observational assessment and maintain learning journeys as the Reception Teacher. Support transition into Year 1 and communicate progress with families as the Reception Teacher. Work within the independent school’s EYFS framework to maintain the highest standards. The school & offer: This independent school in Hemel Hempstead is committed to exceptional Early Years pedagogy, small class sizes and a collaborative staff culture. The Reception Teacher will start January 2026, join induction in January 2026, and immediately contribute to the independent school’s strong EYFS provision in Hemel Hempstead. Person specification: QTS and proven Reception experience as a Reception Teacher. Deep knowledge of the EYFS framework and confident assessment practice as a Reception Teacher. Enthusiastic, nurturing and a reflective practitioner suited to the independent school environment. If you are an enthusiastic Reception Teacher ready to take up post in Hemel Hempstead from January 2026, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this Reception Teacher position, please forward a CV as soon as possible.