Reception Teacher
Reception Teacher – Part Time
Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire | Start: September 2026
Salary: £34,398 – £52,490 per year (pro rata, dependent on experience)
Where confident beginnings lead to lifelong learning… and you help set the foundations.
Supply Desk is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Beaconsfield, seeking a nurturing and enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join their team on a part-time basis from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact at the very start of a child’s education journey.
The Role
The Reception year is a vital bridge between early development and structured learning. In this role, you will create a warm, engaging, and well-organised classroom environment where children feel safe, confident, and inspired to learn.
You will be responsible for:
- Creating a stimulating, play-based learning environment aligned with the EYFS framework
- Supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
- Encouraging early communication skills, independence, and positive learning behaviours
- Observing, assessing, and tracking progress to meet individual learning needs
- Building strong relationships with colleagues, parents, and carers
The Ideal Candidate
You understand that Reception is about more than teaching—it’s about building confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
You will ideally:
- Have experience teaching Reception or EYFS, or a strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum
- Hold QTS (unqualified teachers with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply)
- Be patient, creative, and engaging
- Demonstrate strong classroom management with a nurturing approach Thrive as part of a supportive and collaborative team
What’s in It for You?
- A welcoming and supportive school community in Beaconsfield
- A part-time role offering flexibility and work–life balance
- Competitive pay rates (pro rata)
- Dedicated support from your own Supply Desk consultant
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Apply Now
If you’re ready to inspire and support confident, happy learners at the very beginning of their education, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV to: Maariyah.Chaudhry@supplydesk.co.uk
Call: 01494 840527 for more information
Safeguarding Statement
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.
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.