Reception Teacher
Primary Teacher
Job Title: Reception Class Teacher – Full-Time
Job Role: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teacher – Reception
Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: (M1-U3) £34,398 – £52,490
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and passionate Reception Class Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Hemel Hempstead from September 2026. This full-time role involves teaching in Reception, where you will have the opportunity to inspire young learners and make a lasting impact on their academic, social and personal development.
The successful candidate will be committed to delivering engaging and creative lessons in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment, and supporting all children to thrive and reach their full potential.
About the School
- This friendly and supportive primary school is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating learning environment where every child is encouraged to succeed.
- The school has a strong community ethos and values teamwork, creativity and positive relationships between staff, pupils and parents.
- Staff work collaboratively to deliver a broad and engaging curriculum that promotes both academic achievement and personal development.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the Reception/EYFS curriculum
- Support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development
- Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils
- Monitor and assess pupil progress, providing clear feedback and next steps
- Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and parents
- Contribute positively to the wider life of the school
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
- Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome to apply and will be fully supported
- Experience teaching in Reception/EYFS is desirable
- Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- A positive, proactive and reflective approach to teaching
How to Apply
To find out more, please contact Elina on 01923 295300 or apply below.
We offer a £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check throughout their employment and comply with safer recruitment standards. (AGY)
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.