Reception Class Teacher

Part-time Reception Teacher opportunity - 3 days per week maternity cover in Enfield

Are you an experienced and nurturing EYFS teacher seeking a rewarding part-time role in a welcoming and community-focused primary school? We are currently recruiting for a Reception Class Teacher to join a supportive Enfield school for a 3-day-a-week maternity cover, starting September 2025.

About the role

This is a job-share position, working Monday to Wednesday (although Wednesday to Friday can be considered for the right candidate). You'll share responsibility for a well-settled Reception class of 30 pupils, 24 of whom are siblings of current pupils, making this a wonderfully familiar and engaged school community.

There are no EHCPs in the class—just a handful of children with speech and language needs and typical Reception-level support requirements. The school uses Read Write Inc. (RWI) for phonics, so familiarity with this scheme is strongly preferred.

A unique feature of this role is that Wednesday morning is allocated PPA time, giving you and your job-share partner the opportunity to plan collaboratively, align approaches and ensure consistent, high-quality teaching for the children.

What we're looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - unfortunately, ECTs cannot be supported for induction in this role
• Proven experience in Early Years/Foundation Stage teaching
• A warm, nurturing approach to help young learners settle into school life
• A strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and phonics (RWI knowledge is a plus)
• A reliable and flexible attitude, with a passion for working in a collaborative environment

What we offer

• Strong, supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
• Small, friendly Reception cohort with engaged families
• Opportunities to co-plan and share ideas in a structured job-share model
• A well-resourced and caring setting that prioritises early childhood development

Why work via Teach Now

Teach Now are a widely recognised education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development. We:

• Ensure that you have your own dedicated consultant for ongoing support and guidance
• Offer a 'refer a friend' scheme paying £150 after the first 10 days worked
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), meaning fair pay from day one
• Provide access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance