Reception Class Teacher – Full time (MPS)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a skilled classroom teacher (ECTs are very welcome to apply) who will inspire our youngest pupils to flourish with confidence, curiosity and a love of learning and of life

The person we want

You will

• Be a skilled, enthusiastic classroom practitioner who puts children at the centre of learning.
• Hold high expectations for behaviour and learning and use positive, restorative approaches to build confidence and independence.
• Understand and be passionate about the EYFS curriculum, its principles and use play, purposeful provision and focused adult interactions to accelerate progress.
• Deploy additional adults effectively to enable high-quality, scaffolded learning for all pupils.
• Communicate clearly and constructively with colleagues and families.
• Be flexible, collaborative and open to innovation, demonstrating readiness to contribute to school improvement across the federation.

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we warmly encourage Early Career Teachers to apply. You will be fully supported through induction, mentoring and a tailored CPD programme to help you thrive in your first years.

What the school offers its staff

We are looking for a skilled classroom teacher (ECTs are very welcome to apply) who will inspire our youngest pupils to flourish with confidence, curiosity and a love of learning and of life.

Why join us?

• A friendly three-form entry infant school serving a diverse local community, closely federated with Hampton Hill Junior School.
• A highly creative EYFS curriculum and an outstanding outdoor learning environment where children explore, play and make meaningful progress.
• A supportive staff culture with strong support from the local authority, collaborative planning and professional development tailored for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
• A commitment to inclusive practice, staff who adapt teaching so every pupil, including those with SEND and emerging English makes strong progress.

What we offer

• A vibrant school community where values (ambition, belonging, confidence, courage, curiosity, happiness, togetherness) are lived daily.
• Strong professional development, opportunities for coaching and peer support across our federation.
• A creative, well-resourced EYFS environment including extensive outdoor learning spaces.
• Close working relationships with parents and carers and a high level of community engagement.
• Supportive leadership committed to staff wellbeing and workload management.

Further details about the role

How to apply

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Closing date

Monday 1 June 2026 at 9.00am (shortlisting that day).

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Interviews

Friday 5 June 2026.

• We welcome pre-application visits to give prospective applicants the chance to meet the team, view classrooms, and ask questions prior to applying. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 020 8979 2770. You will be shown around by a member of our leadership team.
• More information about our federation and ethos can be found on our federation website - www.cihhjf.school

Join us and help our youngest pupils to flourish; leaving Reception curious, confident and ready for the next stage of their learning.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.