Reception Class Teacher |maternity cover

Job description
What skills and experience we're looking for

The Raglan Schools is a thriving 4FE Infant and Junior Federation located in Outer London. We are a supportive and hardworking team of staff dedicated to providing an exceptional education for our keen and enthusiastic learners. Our spacious classrooms and outdoor areas offer fantastic learning environments for our pupils. Rated Outstanding by OfSTED in July 2026, the Infant School is providing a quality provision for 450 pupils aged 3-11 including Nursery.

We are seeking a Reception Class Teacher to cover maternity leave for two terms from January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team and make a real difference to the lives of our young pupils.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Proven experience teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Excellent subject knowledge and the ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons
• Strong behaviour management skills and a commitment to promoting positive learning environments
• Passionate about supporting the holistic development of young children
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Reception Class Teacher who is looking for an exciting challenge, we would love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Spacious and well-equipped classrooms and outdoor areas
• Enthusiastic and engaged learners who are eager to succeed

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1+74 (Exceptions) Order 1+75.