Reception Teacher - Outstanding Catholic School
4 days ago
London
Reception Teacher (Maternity Cover) Northwood, Hillingdon Full-Time | September 2026 - July 2027 | Outer London Pay Scale (£37,868 - £50,472) A welcoming and high-achieving Catholic primary school in Northwood, Hillingdon is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join their Early Years team from September 2026. This is a full-time maternity cover role for the entire academic year through to July 2027. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-regarded school with a strong sense of community, where high standards, inclusion, and values-led education are central to school life. The school offers a supportive and faith-centred environment where children are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. About the School This well-established Catholic primary school in Northwood is highly respected locally for its nurturing ethos, strong leadership, and commitment to pupil success. The school focuses on developing the whole child, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing, respect, and achievement. The Early Years provision is a key strength, offering a stimulating, well-resourced environment where children are encouraged to learn through play, exploration, and creativity. Staff benefit from: • A friendly and inclusive school community, • A strong Catholic ethos embedded in daily practice, • A collaborative and experienced Early Years team, • A dedicated full-time Teaching Assistant in the Reception class, • Excellent indoor and outdoor learning spaces, • Supportive and approachable leadership As a Reception Teacher, you will: • Lead a Reception class in line with the EYFS framework, • Deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences, • Support early development in communication, language, and social skills, • Deliver high-quality phonics teaching (Little Wandle experience desirable), • Work closely with a full-time Teaching Assistant, • Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress, • UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), • Experience teaching within Early Years (Reception desirable), • A strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum, • Experience delivering phonics, ideally using Little Wandle, • A nurturing, proactive, and enthusiastic teaching style, • Strong classroom management and organisational skills If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to find out more, please get in touch: Contact Marc