Reception Teacher

Smart Teachers are recruiting for an experienced Teacher to cover a Reception class on a long term basis at a Primary school in Kensington and Chelsea

About the role

• Covering a reception class, starting in January 2025 until the end of the academic year
• Planning is already in place but you will be expected to mark to a high standard
• You will be expected to further children's development with a strong focus on phonics
• Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, focusing on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
• Ensure lessons are engaging and interactive

About the school

• 1 form entry Primary school in Kensington and Chelsea
• The school caters for a diverse cohort of pupils who stem from a number of different backgrounds
• The school offers modern classrooms, technology, and resources to enhance the learning experience
• Potential for a permanent position following the intial temporary role
• Located close to excellent transport links

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Reception Teacher you will:

• Must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Have previous experience Teaching in Early Years or KS1

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Jovan Shand-Alridge on 020 7065 7500 or email j.shand-alridge@smartteachers.co.uk.