Location: Canterbury
Job Type: Full Time | Long Term / Day-to-day
Start Date: ASAP
About the RolePrimary schools across Canterbury are seeking enthusiastic, nurturing and dedicated Reception Teachers to join their Early Years teams. These opportunities are ideal for both Early Career Teachers and experienced EYFS practitioners who are passionate about giving children the very best start to their education.Schools place a strong emphasis on play‑based learning, earlymunication and language development, and creating warm, engaging environments where children feel safe, confident and excited to learn.
What Canterbury Schools Offer
1. Supportive, weing and collaborative Early Years teams
2. Well‑resourced Reception classrooms with engaging indoor and outdoor provision
3. A strong focus on early language, phonics and personal development
4. Nurturing environments that support curiosity, independence and confidence
5. Easily accessible school locations across Canterbury and surrounding areas such as Blean, Bridge, Chartham and Fordwich
What We’re Looking For
6. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
7. Experience teaching in EYFS / Reception
8. A warm, patient and enthusiastic approach to early learning
9. Good understanding of the EYFS framework and early phonics
10. A positive attitude, flexibility andmitment to supporting every child’s development
No QTS? Still get in touch — we support a wide range of EYFS and primary education roles across Canterbury and the wider East Kent area.
Why Work with Hays Education?
11. Access to Reception and EYFS teaching roles across multiple Canterbury primary schools
12. Long-term, permanent and flexible supply opportunities
13. Dedicated support from a specialist education consultant
14. Guidance with interviews, trial days and school visits
15. £250 Refer‑a‑Friend shopping voucher scheme
How to ApplyInterested in Reception Teacher roles in Canterbury? Click Apply Now to send your most up-to-date CV.For an informal chat, call 01273 729465. If this role isn’t quite right for you, we’ll help you find a position that suits your experience and career goals. #4789873 - Aby Jacob