Reception Teacher

✨ Reception Teacher – Cardiff, Wales ✨
Location: Cardiff
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP (subject to vetting and compliance)

Are you a passionate and nurturing educator who loves inspiring young minds? We are looking for a Reception Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive school community in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting difference in the early years of a child’s educational journey.

About the School

Our partner school provides a warm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment, where every child is encouraged to explore, discover, and reach their full potential. Creativity, curiosity, and care are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring each pupil feels valued and inspired to learn.

The Role

As a Reception Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver a vibrant and engaging early years curriculum.

• Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom where every child can thrive.

• Support children’s social, emotional, and academic development through play-based learning.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to provide the best outcomes for pupils.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• Has a current Enhanced DBS (child workforce).

• Is passionate about early childhood development and education.

• Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Brings a creative, adaptable, and caring approach to teaching and learning.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Dedicated Consultant – Local specialist supporting you every step of the way.

• Ongoing Feedback – Regular updates from schools to help you grow and succeed.

• Exclusive Training – Access to free Level 2 Safeguarding and other professional development courses.

• Referral Bonus – Recommend a friend and receive a £50 reward!

• Long-term and permanent opportunities – Find the right fit for your career goals.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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