Reception Teacher - #2170648

Location: Stockwell, Lambeth, South London
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Salary: Inner London MPS/UPS, depending on experience

Are you a passionate Early Years teacher looking for your next opportunity in January? A welcoming primary school in Stockwell, Lambeth, is seeking a dedicated Reception Teacher to join its team from January 2027.

Conveniently located for candidates travelling from Stockwell, Brixton and the surrounding South London areas, this is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who enjoys helping young children develop their confidence, independence and early learning skills.

As a Reception Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons and activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

• Develop children's early phonics, reading, writing, mathematics and communication skills.

• Create stimulating indoor and outdoor learning opportunities through play-based activities.

• Observe and assess children's progress, using your findings to inform future planning.

• Establish positive routines and encourage independence, confidence and good learning behaviours.

• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of children with different abilities, including those with SEND.

• Work closely with teaching assistants, colleagues and parents to support children's development.

The school is looking for a Reception Teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Has experience teaching Reception or within an EYFS setting.

• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS framework and early child development.

• Is confident delivering phonics and developing early literacy and numeracy.

• Can create a nurturing, inclusive classroom with effective behaviour management.

• Is creative, organised and committed to helping every child reach their potential.

• Works collaboratively with colleagues and communicates effectively with families.

• Full-time, long-term teaching position starting January 2027.

• Inner London MPS/UPS salary, depending on experience.

• A Reception teaching opportunity in Stockwell, with access to nearby areas including Brixton and wider Lambeth.

• The chance to make a meaningful difference to children's early educational development.

• Ongoing support from your dedicated Reeson Education consultant.

Apply today to be considered for this Reception Teacher vacancy in Stockwell, Lambeth, starting January 2027.

Reeson Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and vetting checks.

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 cores 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%