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Reception Class Teacher : Lambeth
Location: Streatham, Lambeth
Start Date: After October Half Term 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Salary: Inner London MPS/UPS, depending on experience
A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Lambeth is seeking an enthusiastic Reception Class Teacher to join its Early Years team after the October half term.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate EYFS teacher who can create a stimulating classroom, deliver engaging early learning experiences and help children build the confidence and independence they need to thrive.
The Role
As the Reception Class Teacher, you will take responsibility for a Reception class, ensuring children receive a positive and engaging start to their primary education.
You Will
- Plan and deliver creative, play-based learning in line with the EYFS framework
- Support early development in communication, language, phonics and numeracy
- Create a nurturing classroom where children feel safe, valued and encouraged
- Establish clear routines and promote positive behaviour
- Assess children's progress and adapt teaching to meet individual needs
- Support children with SEND and different stages of development
- Work closely with teaching assistants, the EYFS team and wider school staff
- Build positive relationships with parents and carers
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About You
The school is looking for a Reception Teacher who understands how young children learn and can balance nurturing support with high expectations.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Experience teaching within Reception or the wider EYFS
- A strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework
- Confidence delivering phonics and early learning activities
- Effective classroom and behaviour management
- A creative, patient and engaging teaching style
- The ability to work collaboratively with support staff and colleagues
Why Apply?
- Full-time Reception Class Teacher position in Lambeth
- Start after October half term 2026
- Inner London MPS/UPS
- Long-term teaching opportunity
- Supportive Early Years team
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a key stage of children's development
- Reeson Education support throughout your placement
Apply Now
If you're an enthusiastic Reception Class Teacher looking for a new EYFS opportunity in Lambeth after October half term, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this Reception Teacher role.
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Reeson Education
Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the core values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07.
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