Reception Teacher
Job description
Reception Teacher – Qualified Teacher
Location: Cardiff, Wales
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP (pending vetting requirements)
Are you a nurturing, passionate, and dynamic educator looking to make a difference in early years education? We are seeking a Reception Teacher to join our warm and inclusive school community in Cardiff.
About Us
Our school is a vibrant and supportive learning environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and thrive. We are committed to laying the foundations for a lifelong love of learning by creating engaging, play-based experiences that support each child’s development.
The Role
As a Reception Teacher, you will:
- Deliver a creative, stimulating curriculum tailored to young learners
- Foster a nurturing, inclusive, and safe classroom environment
- Support children’s social, emotional, and academic development
- Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- An enhanced DBS check (child workforce)
- A genuine passion for early years education
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A creative, adaptable, and compassionate approach to teaching
What Teaching Personnel Offers
- Dedicated Consultant – Specialist support throughout your placement
- Feedback and Progress Tracking – Stay informed on your performance
- Teaching Personnel App – Manage your schedule with ease
- Referral Bonus – Earn £50 for every successful referral
- Free Level 2 Safeguarding Training
- Flexible Work Options – Choose full-time or part-time availability
If you're a committed educator ready to shape the future one child at a time, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV or call us directly on 02921 152423 to apply.
Join us in shaping the next generation — one smile, one story, and one achievement at a time.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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