Reception Teacher

  • RIBBONS AND REEVES
  • Chigwell, Essex
  • Apr 07, 2026
Full time Education

Job Description

Reception Teacher Pre-Preparatory School in Chigwell

Are you a dedicated and reflective Reception Teacher looking to play a key role in shaping an ambitious and nurturing early years environment?

We are seeking an exceptional Reception Teacher to join a founding team in Chigwell, contributing to a warm setting where children are supported to thrive.

About the School - As a Reception Teacher, you will join a school where both pupils and staff are supported to flourish. You will benefit from:

Founding Team Opportunity Play a central role as a Reception Teacher in shaping the culture, curriculum, and ethos of a new school
Clear, Values-Led Vision Work within a thoughtfully structured approach that prioritises knowledge, language, and depth of learning
Small Class Sizes Teach as a Reception Teacher in a calm, focused setting with time to support every child
Professional Development Access ongoing CPD, collaboration, and professional dialogue as a reflective Reception Teacher
Competitive Benefits Package Salary starting from £45,000, eight weeks holiday, pension, and additional wellbeing support
Holistic Staff Support Employee assistance programme, 24/7 virtual GP access, coaching, and legal/financial advisory services

The Role - As a Reception Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching aligned with best practice in early years education
• Create a nurturing, structured, and language-rich classroom environment
• Support children s academic, social, and emotional development
• Work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a reflective founding team
• Contribute to the wider development of curriculum and school life as a Reception Teacher

The Ideal Candidate:

• A committed and enthusiastic Reception Teacher with high expectations for all pupils
• Values knowledge, language development, and thoughtful teaching practice
• Works with warmth, clarity, and integrity as a Reception Teacher
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYT)
• Strong understanding of child development and effective teaching practice

If you are an ambitious and thoughtful Reception Teacher ready to contribute to a school at the very start of its journey in Chigwell, we would welcome your application.

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