Reception Class Teacher

Reception Class Teacher (EYFS)

Location: Primary School, Preston, Lancashire
Position: Full-Time (Monday–Friday)
Contract: 12 month contract
Pay: £130–£160 per day (inclusive of AWR following 12 weeks of service)

We are delighted to be recruiting a passionate and committed Reception Class Teacher with strong EYFS experience to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Preston, Lancashire.

This is a full-time, term-time-only opportunity for a teacher who is enthusiastic about early years education and confident in delivering high-quality learning experiences, including Read Write Inc phonics.

The Role:

• Teaching a Reception class in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework

• Delivering engaging, play-based learning and structured phonics sessions following Read Write Inc

• Supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development

• Working closely with Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to maximise pupil progress

• Creating a nurturing, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment

What the School Offers:

• Reasonable class sizes, enabling LSAs to work closely with pupils and make a real impact

• An exceptionally positive pupil culture, allowing staff to focus on learning rather than behaviour management

• A genuinely supportive Senior Leadership Team who value the contribution and expertise of all staff

• Protected time built into the week for preparation, resourcing, and wider professional responsibilities

• Clear and well-structured CPD pathways, with access to relevant LSA and staff training and meaningful professional growth

• A friendly, collaborative staff team who look after one another and value every colleague

• Tea, coffee, and cakes available daily in the staff room

• Easy transport links, with convenient access to major routes and public transport

• Access to a competitive pension scheme

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Proven experience teaching within EYFS, ideally in Reception

• Experience delivering Read Write Inc phonics

• Strong understanding of early childhood development

• A caring, enthusiastic, and professional approach

If you are an EYFS teacher looking for a rewarding role within a supportive Preston primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to make a real difference at the very start of a child’s learning journey.

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