Reception Teacher – Primary School
Location: Swindon, SN25
Ofsted: Good
Start Date: May
Contract: Full-time (Until end of academic year)
A friendly and welcoming 1-form entry primary school in the SN25 area of Swindon is seeking a caring and adaptable KS1 Teacher to join their supportive team from May until the end of the academic year. This is a warm, close-knit school community where staff work closely together and children are given a strong foundation in their early years of learning.
About the School
This charming 1-form entry school has a strong sense of community, where relationships between staff, pupils, and families are highly valued. The Early Years environment is engaging, well-resourced, and designed to support play-based learning and development.
The school offers a calm, nurturing, and well-structured setting where children feel safe and confident. Staff are supportive, approachable, and work collaboratively, creating a positive and encouraging atmosphere throughout the school.
Although the school has a Catholic foundation, it is inclusive and welcoming, and applications are encouraged from teachers of all backgrounds.
The Role
You will be working as a Reception Teacher, supporting children at a crucial stage in their development. The role involves delivering a balance of structured teaching and play-based learning in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
As part of a small, supportive team, you will have the opportunity to build strong relationships with pupils and contribute meaningfully to their early learning journey.
Key responsibilities include:
- Planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences in line with EYFS
- Supporting early development in communication, language, literacy, and numeracy
- Creating a calm, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment
- Observing, assessing, and tracking children’s progress
- Supporting children’s social, emotional, and behavioural development
- Working closely with teaching assistants and colleagues
- Communicating effectively with parents and carers
- Following safeguarding and school policies
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a qualified teacher who has experience in Early Years or a strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Have experience teaching in Reception or Early Years
- Understand the importance of play-based learning and early development
- Be warm, patient, and nurturing in their approach
- Be confident supporting a range of needs, both academic and emotional
- Use positive behaviour management strategies and clear routines
- Work well as part of a close-knit team
Above all, we are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, caring, and committed to helping young children feel happy, safe, and excited about learning.
Why Join This School?
- Friendly, close-knit 1-form entry school
- Supportive and collaborative staff team
- Welcoming and inclusive environment
- Strong leadership and positive staff culture
Benefits of Joining Long-term Teachers
- Access to long-term and permanent teaching roles
- £200 welcome bonus (for teachers joining from another agency)
- £150 refer-a-friend reward
- PAYE or Umbrella PAYE options
- Access to our Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Interview preparation and ongoing professional support
- Free CPD and professional development courses
REF: INDT
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Pay: £150.00-£180.00 per day
Work Location: In person
