Role: Reception Class Teacher (EYFS)

Location: Brentwood, Essex

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience

Are you an inspiring early years educator who understands how purposeful play, language development and carefully planned activities create the foundations for lifelong learning?

An independent preparatory school in Brentwood is seeking a Reception Teacher to join its early years provision. The successful candidate will create a stimulating learning environment that supports children’s communication, confidence and early academic development.

The Role

• EYFS Delivery: Plan and deliver learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

• Early Literacy: Develop phonics, listening, vocabulary and early writing through structured activities.

• Mathematical Foundations: Support counting, number recognition, pattern and early problem-solving.

• Developmental Assessment: Observe children carefully and use assessment to plan appropriate next steps.

• Family Partnership: Communicate effectively with parents and carers to support children’s transition into school.

The Candidate

• Qualifications: Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Early Years Expertise: Understands child development and the EYFS framework.

• Creative Teaching: Can balance child-initiated learning with focused adult-led activities.

• Pastoral Awareness: Provides a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom.

The Environment

• Purposeful Learning: Support development through play and structured teaching.

• Individual Attention: Recognise different developmental stages and learning needs.

• Family Engagement: Build positive relationships with parents and carers.

• Professional Collaboration: Work with the early years team to support consistent provision.

Apply Now

Submit your CV to express your interest in this January 2027 Reception teaching position.