Reception Teacher - Maternity Cover

Reception Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Hillingdon, West London

Full-Time September 2026 - March 2027 Inner London Pay Scale (£37,868 - £50,472)

An outstanding Catholic primary school in Hillingdon is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Reception Teacher to join their Early Years team from September 2026 on a full-time maternity cover contract through to March 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regarded school known for its strong values, inclusive ethos, and commitment to excellence in early education. The school provides a warm, faith-centred environment where children are supported to flourish both academically and personally.

About the School

This outstanding Catholic primary school is well-established within the local community and is recognised for its high standards, caring ethos, and strong leadership. The school places great importance on developing the whole child, with a particular focus on wellbeing, respect, and achievement.

The Early Years provision is a real strength of the school, offering a stimulating and well-resourced learning environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and grow.

Staff benefit from:

• A welcoming and supportive whole-school community
• A strong Catholic ethos with clear values at the heart of school life
• An experienced and collaborative Early Years team
• A full-time, experienced Teaching Assistant within the Reception class
• Well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning environments
• Supportive and approachable leadership
• Engaged and respectful pupils and families

The Role

As a Reception Teacher, you will:

• Take responsibility for a Reception class within the EYFS framework
• Deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences in line with the Early Years curriculum
• Support children's early development in communication, language, and social skills
• Deliver high-quality phonics teaching (Little Wandle approach preferred)
• Work closely with a full-time Teaching Assistant to support all learners
• Monitor and assess pupil progress effectively
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues

What the School Is Looking For

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven experience within Early Years (Reception preferred)
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Experience delivering phonics, ideally using Little Wandle
• A nurturing, patient, and enthusiastic teaching style
• Strong classroom organisation and behaviour management skills
• A commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school

This role would suit an experienced Early Years teacher who is passionate about giving children the very best start to their education within a supportive, values-driven school environment.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or get in touch to find out more:

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Interviews will be arranged ASAP.