Reception Class Teacher
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Reception Teacher to join our friendly and supportive primary school team in Watford. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a Reception class within a welcoming, inclusive school environment where children are encouraged to be confident, curious, and kind.
Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT eager to begin your teaching career in Early Years, we’d love to hear from you.
About Our School
Our school is a vibrant and caring learning community committed to providing the very best for every child. We offer a stimulating Early Years setting with excellent outdoor provision, a supportive staff team, and a rich, play-based curriculum designed to nurture children’s academic and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Foster a nurturing, positive classroom environment where all children feel safe, valued, and motivated to learn
• Deliver high-quality phonics, early maths, and topic-based activities tailored to the needs of each child
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress towards Early Learning Goals (ELGs) and adapt provision accordingly
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, specialist staff, and parents to support children’s academic, social, and emotional development
• Maintain excellent classroom organisation and contribute to wider school life, events, and enrichment opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and principles of early childhood education
• A caring, patient, and energetic approach to working with young children
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to school life

We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school community
• Polite, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning
• Comprehensive CPD and mentoring for ECTs and career development opportunities for experienced teachers
• Well-resourced EYFS setting with extensive outdoor learning areas
• On-site parking and good transport links

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £211.00-£314.00 per day

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 01/09/202

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Foster a nurturing, positive classroom environment where all children feel safe, valued, and motivated to learn
• Deliver high-quality phonics, early maths, and topic-based activities tailored to the needs of each child
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress towards Early Learning Goals (ELGs) and adapt provision accordingly
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, specialist staff, and parents to support children’s academic, social, and emotional development
• Maintain excellent classroom organisation and contribute to wider school life, events, and enrichment opportunitie