Reception Teacher

Job Opportunity: Reception Class Teacher – Leigh (WN7)
Location: Leigh, WN7
Contract Type: Temporary – Full-Time & Part-Time options available
Start Date: Immediate Start and September Openings
Salary: Pay-to-Scale

Inspire a Lifelong Love of Learning from the Very Start
Are you an enthusiastic and nurturing Reception Teacher ready to lay the foundations for a child’s educational journey? Teaching Personnel is working closely with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Leigh (WN7) to recruit a dedicated EYFS teacher to lead a Reception class.

This school is passionate about creating a warm, stimulating environment where children feel safe, valued, and eager to learn. As a Reception Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in developing early language, communication, social, and physical skills through creative play, structured activities, and positive relationships.

Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, or flexible day-to-day roles, we welcome applications from dedicated educators who are ready to make a lasting difference.

The school offers:
• A supportive and collaborative early years team.
• A well-resourced learning environment tailored to young children.
• Easy access via A579, A580, and strong public transport links.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Essential Requirements:
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the Update Service.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Recent experience teaching in an EYFS or Reception class setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS Framework and early phonics (e.g., Letters and Sounds or Read Write Inc).
• Confident in delivering play-based and child-led learning experiences.
• Able to support personal, social and emotional development with patience and care.
• Committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Why work with Teaching Personnel?
• Join a welcoming school community that values early childhood education.
• Access ongoing CPD through our Teaching Personnel CPD Academy.
• Work flexibly to suit your lifestyle and career aspirations.
• Receive a £50 bonus for every friend you refer.
• Benefit from personalised support from your specialist consultant.

Ready to take the next step in your EYFS teaching career? Submit your up-to-date CV today and discover the rewarding experience of shaping young minds at this fantastic primary school in Leigh.

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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