Reception Teacher

Reception Teacher – Join a Vibrant, High-Achieving Merton School

Are you an outstanding Reception Teacher with a passion for igniting young minds and laying the foundations for lifelong learning? Step into a thriving, inclusive Merton primary school where you’ll have real impact, shaping the earliest experiences of every child in your care. This school is seeking an inspirational Reception Teacher keen to create a magical first chapter in the educational journey of inquisitive learners.

As a Reception Teacher here, you’ll gain invaluable experience in an environment recognised for excellence and innovation. Work alongside visionary leaders and forward-thinking colleagues who believe in nurturing talent and fostering a love for learning. Benefit from best-in-class CPD opportunities, abundant resources, and a commitment to your professional development—all while making your mark in one of London’s most supportive communities. If you’re ready to accelerate your growth and teach in a setting rated Good to Outstanding by Ofsted, this is your moment.

Key Highlights

• Reception Teacher – play a pivotal role in Early Years education
• Up to £220 Per Day DOE – highly competitive daily rates
• Located in the heart of dynamic Merton, celebrated for diversity

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Ofsted rating

Graded Good to Outstanding – a genuine centre of excellence

• Elite CPD and leadership progression designed for ambitious teachers
• Ideal for UK-trained Reception Teachers with QTS, ECTs, or proven educators

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State-of-the-art EYFS environments

outdoor learning, sensory rooms, creative spaces

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering inspiring, hands-on EYFS lessons as a Reception Teacher
• Designing imaginative indoor and outdoor activities for curious 4–5-year-olds
• Nurturing every learner—supporting academic, social, and emotional growth
• Monitoring and assessing progress, sharing achievements with families
• Collaborating across teams to share best practice, drive continual improvement

Ideal "Reception Teacher" for this

Merton School

• UK-trained Reception Teacher holding QTS, able to deliver exceptional impact
• Brings Good or Outstanding graded references and a proven track record
• Embraces play-based pedagogy and innovative teaching methods
• ECTs with demonstrable passion and classroom talent are very welcome
• Deep commitment to inclusive, creative education for every child

Why Join This Merton School?

• Exceptionally supportive senior leadership and peer mentorship

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Expansive resources

forest school, technology-rich classrooms, and more

• A culture of celebration, curiosity, and inclusive community involvement
• Enriched CPD and future promotion as a Reception Teacher
• Children who are energetic, respectful, and eager to discover the world

Become the Reception Teacher who shapes the future—at a school where your ideas, initiative, and ambition are valued every day. If you’re ready to teach in a nurturing Merton environment renowned for excellence and growth, apply now and embark on the next exciting phase of your career.