Average Reception Teacher salary in the UK

POSITION Reception Teacher ABOUT THE SCHOOL Prospero Teaching is excited to be working with a warm, inclusive, and welcoming primary school in Tooting, South West London, who are looking for a Reception Teacher to join their fantastic team. This popular one-form entry school has a supportive and forward-thinking leadership team who value collaboration and staff wellbeing. The school is proud of its nurturing ethos and commitment to helping every child and every member of staff reach their full potential. Ongoing training and professional development are actively encouraged, and for the right candidate, there is potential for the role to be extended or made permanent. CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS · Location - Tooting, South West London Position - Reception Teacher Type of work - Class Teacher - planning, preparation, marking, parents evenings etc Contract or position start date - 5th January 2026 Duration / Likely Duration - until end of the academic year July 2026 Contract or position end date (if applicable) - July 2026 with a view to extend to the end of academic year 2026/27 Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary Full time/part time - Full time Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate GBP170 per day (depending on MPS) Hours - 8:00am - 16:00pm : Mon - Fri (term time only) EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS · Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in EYFS / KS1 · DBS on the Update Service · Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework, National Curriculum, and effective assessment practices. · Proven ability to deliver high-quality teaching that promotes progress and inclusion for all pupils. · Excellent communication, organisation, and classroom management skills. · Commitment to safeguarding, wellbeing, and continuous professional development. · Collaborative, reflective, and passionate about providing the best start to every childs education TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years OTHER: If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: · Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management In-house Training and Development Team

Reception Class Teacher Required for Outstanding Primary School in SloughAbout the role: At Engage Education, we are currently seeking an ambitious and creative Reception Class Teacher for a Primary School in Slough. This role is available from January 2026. The school has an enthusiastic, supportive team and prioritises the development of both teachers and pupils. If you have a proven track record of supporting early years development and have a passion for fostering literacy, numeracy, and social skills in young children, we’d love to hear from you. The ideal candidate has: Full QTS Experience in planning and delivering engaging lessons for Reception-aged children Confidence in supporting children of all abilities Excellent behaviour management and pastoral care skills The ability to think quickly and adapt lessons to meet the needs of young learners About us: We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core. Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant) Free CPD sessions Your own dedicated consultant Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends! Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners How to apply: You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role. All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided. By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the GDPR requirements.

JOB TITLE - Reception/Early Years Teacher ABOUT THE SCHOOL Prospero Teaching is looking for an EYFS/Reception Teacher for a Primary school in Whitechapel, E1. The school is a popular mainstream Primary School with a supportive senior leadership team. The school is going from strength to strength and providing training to all staff. The position is open to both NQT's and experienced teachers. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position. CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS Location - Whitechapel, E1.Position - EYFS/Reception Teacher Type of work - Class Teacher - planning, preparation, marking, parents evenings etcContract or position start date - JAN 2026Duration / Likely Duration - until end of the academic year July 2026Contract or position end date (if applicable) - July 2026Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary ContractFull time/part time - Full timeMinimum rate of pay - Minimum rate £150 per dayHours - 8:30 am - 4pm : Mon - Fri (term time only) EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS QTS or equivalentMinimum 1 year EYFS teaching experience in the UKUp to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UKHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new applicationProvide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour managementIn-house Training and Development Team This is 'About the school' and should differentiate this school and the role from any other.