Reception Teacher

Reception Teacher
Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Contract: Permanent or Fixed Term (subject to discussion)
Working Pattern: Full-time, Term Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

A caring and vibrant primary school in Haywards Heath is seeking a Reception Teacher to join its team, welcoming children at the very start of their educational journey. The school prides itself on building a happy, inclusive environment where young learners feel supported to discover, play, and grow each day. With strong community connections and a diverse curriculum tailored to Early Years, the school fosters a culture of curiosity, confidence, and creativity. Staff work together to ensure every child’s first experience of school is joyful and memorable, laying the foundation for lifelong learning.

Role Overview

• Plan and deliver imaginative play-based learning and structured activities, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Create a nurturing classroom atmosphere where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to try new things.
• Use creative teaching strategies and resources to support literacy, numeracy, and personal development.
• Observe, assess, and record children’s progress, using insights to inform planning and feedback.
• Maintain strong partnerships with parents, carers, and colleagues for holistic support of each child.
• Contribute positively to school life through participation in initiatives, meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Celebrate diversity and individuality, ensuring every pupil is included and encouraged.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with experience teaching in Early Years (Reception ideally).
• Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and child development for children aged 4–5.
• Warm, engaging teaching style that inspires learning through play and discovery.
• Organised, adaptable, and proactive approach to classroom practice.
• Genuine commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and collaborative working.
• Desire to support and contribute to a happy school community.

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development programmes.
• Dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term or permanent posts within local schools.

If you are an enthusiastic educator ready to make a lasting impact in an encouraging and welcoming Haywards Heath primary school, please apply through Teaching Personnel today.

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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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