Details:
- Salary: £37,868 - 50,472 - Annum
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Ruislip London
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Reception Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Ruislip, Hillingdon
Full-Time | September 2026 - July 2027 | Outer London Pay Scale (£37,868 - £50,472)
A welcoming and high-achieving Catholic primary school in Ruislip, Hillingdon is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join their Early Years team from September 2026. This is a full-time maternity cover role for the entire academic year through to July 2027.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-regarded school with a strong sense of community, where high standards, inclusion, and values-led education are central to school life. The school offers a supportive and faith-centred environment where children are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally.
About the School
This well-established Catholic primary school in Ruislip is highly respected locally for its nurturing ethos, strong leadership, and commitment to pupil success. The school focuses on developing the whole child, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing, respect, and achievement.
The Early Years provision is a key strength, offering a stimulating, well-resourced environment where children are encouraged to learn through play, exploration, and creativity.
Staff benefit from:
A friendly and inclusive school community
A strong Catholic ethos embedded in daily practice
A collaborative and experienced Early Years team
A dedicated full-time Teaching Assistant in the Reception class
Excellent indoor and outdoor learning spaces
Supportive and approachable leadership
Engaged pupils and supportive familiesThe Role
As a Reception Teacher, you will:
Lead a Reception class in line with the EYFS framework
Deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences
Support early development in communication, language, and social skills
Deliver high-quality phonics teaching (Little Wandle experience desirable)
Work closely with a full-time Teaching Assistant
Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress
Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleaguesThe Ideal Candidate Will Have
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience teaching within Early Years (Reception desirable)
A strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum
Experience delivering phonics, ideally using Little Wandle
A nurturing, proactive, and enthusiastic teaching style
Strong classroom management and organisational skills
A willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the schoolThis role would suit an experienced Early Years teacher who is passionate about giving children the best possible start to their education within a supportive and values-driven school environment.
If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to find out more, please get in touch:
Contact Marc
(phone number removed)
Interviews will be arranged ASAP. #INDLP