Reception Teacher (Job Share) – 2.5 days/week

About the role

This is a 2.5‑day‑per‑week job‑share position teaching Reception in a well‑regarded 1‑form entry primary school on the Camden/Islington border. The role starts in September and runs on a 1‑year fixed‑term contract, with working hours from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) lessons for Reception pupils.
• Collaborate closely with a partner teacher to ensure seamless coverage of the timetable.
• Assess and monitor children’s progress, providing feedback to parents and senior staff.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Contribute to whole‑school initiatives that promote wellbeing and development.

Required profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in England.
• Proven experience teaching in Early Years settings.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS curriculum.
• Ability to work effectively in a job‑share partnership.
• Not suitable for newly qualified teachers (ECTs).

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate paid to scale.
• Supportive and collaborative school culture.
• Professional development opportunities within the agency network.