Reception Teacher

Role: Reception Class Teacher
Location: West Sussex
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: MPS 1 - 3

Supply Desk is working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in West Sussex, who are seeking a passionate and qualified Reception Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Early Years specialist to inspire young learners at the very start of their school journey within a nurturing and inclusive environment.

About the Role

As a Reception Class Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, creative and developmentally appropriate learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. You will create a warm, stimulating classroom where children feel safe, confident and ready to explore, while supporting their social, emotional, physical and academic development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality EYFS lessons and activities tailored to Reception-aged pupils
• Create a safe, nurturing and engaging classroom environment that promotes curiosity and independence
• Assess, monitor and record children’s progress in line with EYFS expectations
• Support children’s communication, language, phonics, early literacy and numeracy development
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues and senior leaders
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers to support each child’s learning journey
• Promote safeguarding, inclusion and positive behaviour across the classroom

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching within Early Years or Reception is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and early child development
• Warm, nurturing and creative approach to teaching
• Excellent classroom management, organisation and communication skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children during their first stage of school life

Requirements

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two professional teaching references
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Register With Us?

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Flexible working options including full-time and part-time roles
• £100 referral bonus for recommending successful candidates (T&Cs apply)

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days – you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.