Part-Time Reception Teacher / Experienced Level 3 Practitioner

Part-Time Reception Teacher / Experienced Level 3 Practitioner

Independent Nursery & Prep School | Part-time | Long-term temporary

Start date: ASAP
Contract: Until July 2027
Working pattern: Flexible - five mornings per week, two full days or a similar arrangement
Hours: Typically 8:00am-1:00pm or 12:00pm-6:00pm, depending on the agreed schedule

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming independent nursery and prep school seeking an experienced Reception Teacher or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to take the lead in a small Reception class.

This is a part-time, long-term temporary opportunity offering flexibility around working days and hours. It would suit either a qualified teacher with Reception experience or an experienced Level 3 practitioner who has previously led a Reception class and is confident taking responsibility for children's learning.

You will lead a small Reception class, creating a positive and engaging environment where children can build confidence, develop independence and prepare for the next stage of their education.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework.
• Taking responsibility for learning and development within the Reception class.
• Supporting progress across all seven areas of learning.
• Creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment.
• Monitoring children's progress and adapting activities to meet individual needs.
• Supporting communication, language and social-emotional development.
• Establishing positive routines and encouraging independence.
• Working closely with the wider Early Years team.
• Following safeguarding procedures and promoting children's wellbeing.

The school welcomes applications from:

• Qualified teachers with previous Reception teaching experience; or
• Level 3 Early Years Practitioners with experience leading or taking significant responsibility for a Reception class.

You should also have:

• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Confidence planning and delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Experience supporting children's development within an EYFS or Reception setting.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A caring, enthusiastic and professional approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and children's wellbeing.

• Part-time, long-term temporary opportunity.
• ASAP start, with the assignment running until July 2027.
• Flexible working arrangements, including five mornings or two full days per week.
• Typical hours of 8:00am-1:00pm or 12:00pm-6:00pm.
• Small Reception class within an independent nursery and prep school.
• Supportive and collaborative Early Years team.

If you're an experienced Reception Teacher or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Nick Francis at Tradewind Recruitment to discuss the role further.

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Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to relevant compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right-to-work verification.

Tradewind Recruitment is acting as an employment business in relation to this temporary vacancy.