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Reception Teacher

Job details
Posting date: 13 February 2026
Salary: £37,868 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 12 March 2026
Location: New Malden, Greater London
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 203482

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Summary

Reception Teacher - Permanent Role (Starting February Half Term)


Location: New Malden
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time, Term Time
Pay: MPS Pay Scale

A nurturing and community-focused primary school in New Malden is looking for an inspiring Reception Teacher to join their Early Years team from February half term. This is a permanent opportunity to work in a school celebrated for its warm ethos, child-centred approach, and dedication to helping every learner thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The school prides itself on:
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A caring, inclusive environment where every child feels valued and confident


A caring, inclusive environment where every child feels valued and confident
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A creative, play-based Early Years curriculum that encourages curiosity and exploration


A creative, play-based Early Years curriculum that encourages curiosity and exploration
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Strong pastoral care and excellent partnerships with families


Strong pastoral care and excellent partnerships with families
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A collaborative and supportive staff culture that promotes professional growth and wellbeing


A collaborative and supportive staff culture that promotes professional growth and wellbeing

As Reception Teacher, you will lead a class within a well-resourced EYFS setting, delivering high-quality teaching and learning aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. You'll bring energy, creativity, and a genuine passion for early childhood development, helping children build a strong foundation for future learning.

Responsibilities:
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Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences


Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences
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Foster a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment


Foster a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment
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Support children's academic, social, and emotional development


Support children's academic, social, and emotional development
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Work closely with colleagues to ensure consistency and high standards across the Early Years


Work closely with colleagues to ensure consistency and high standards across the Early Years
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Build positive relationships with families to support children's progress


Build positive relationships with families to support children's progress
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)


Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
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Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework


Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework
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Experience teaching in the UK (essential)


Experience teaching in the UK (essential)
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Valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one


Valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
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Commitment to inclusive practice and positive behaviour support


Commitment to inclusive practice and positive behaviour support
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Ability to create a joyful, stimulating, and safe learning environment


Ability to create a joyful, stimulating, and safe learning environment
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MPS pay scale


MPS pay scale
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Supportive leadership and a friendly, dedicated team


Supportive leadership and a friendly, dedicated team
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A school community that values innovation, kindness, and high expectations


A school community that values innovation, kindness, and high expectations
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A chance to make a meaningful impact during a pivotal stage in children's learning


A chance to make a meaningful impact during a pivotal stage in children's learning

If you're an enthusiastic Reception practitioner ready to join a school that champions early years education, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a role where your expertise will be valued and your creativity encouraged.

About us

We are a specialist education consultancy supporting teachers and support staff to find temporary, long-term, and permanent roles across Primary, Secondary, and Special Education schools in the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake full checks on all candidates. As part of the registration process, candidates must hold a current DBS Disclosure and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Original qualification certificates will also be required before any placement is confirmed.

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