We are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing, and experienced Reception Teacher to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Cambridge, starting as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about Early Years education and committed to creating engaging, stimulating, and safe learning experiences for young children. The school has a strong child-centred ethos, prioritising inclusion, collaboration, and pupil wellbeing. Staff work together to create a structured and supportive learning environment where children feel confident, motivated, and valued. Senior leadership is approachable and supportive, offering mentoring, guidance, and professional development opportunities to help staff thrive. The Role As a Reception Teacher, you will plan, deliver, and assess lessons and activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. You will support children’s development across all areas, including communication and language, literacy, numeracy, physical development, and personal, social, and emotional development. You will also work closely with teaching assistants and parents to ensure each child receives personalised support and encouragement. Your role will involve fostering curiosity, independence, and confidence in each child, creating a classroom environment that is safe, stimulating, and inclusive. Observing and assessing progress, and tailoring support to individual needs, will be central to your work. Key Responsibilities Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality EYFS lessons and activities Support children’s social, emotional, and academic development Promote early communication, language, literacy, and numeracy skills Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment Differentiate learning to meet individual needs, including SEND and EAL Observe, monitor, and record children’s progress accurately Foster independence, confidence, and positive behaviour Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and colleagues Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers Maintain learning journals and assessment records Contribute to staff meetings, CPD sessions, and whole-school initiatives Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are strictly followed Who We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent EYFS qualification Have experience teaching Nursery or Reception Be nurturing, patient, and enthusiastic Demonstrate excellent classroom organisation and behaviour management Be proactive, reflective, and adaptable Show a strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and pupil wellbeing Location The school is located in Cambridge, with excellent transport links and a supportive local community. Staff benefit from a professional, inclusive, and well-resourced environment where collaboration, development, and wellbeing are prioritised. How to Apply To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role.