Reception Teacher

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference KS/8YOHJN_1762770118
Closing date December 10, 2025
Location North London, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Teaching Teacher - Reception (Islington)

Location: Islington, East London Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only Start Date: ASAP or January 2026 Posted by: Veritas Education on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive two-form-entry primary school in Islington

The Role

Veritas Education is delighted to partner with a lively and supportive primary school in Islington, seeking an engaging and committed Reception Teacher to join their early years team. You will lead the Reception class, shape a vibrant learning environment and collaborate closely with staff, families and the leadership team to ensure each child thrives in their first year at primary school.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, deliver and assess high-quality Reception (EYFS) lessons that excite and engage young learners.
  • Create a nurturing, inclusive classroom where children feel safe, valued and motivated.
  • Track children's development against the EYFS framework and use assessment to shape next steps in learning.
  • Build strong relationships with pupils, parents/carers and staff to support children's social, emotional and academic development.
  • Contribute to the life of the school: assemblies, parent events, team planning meetings.

    • The Ideal Candidate

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with recent experience of teaching in early years (Reception) in a mainstream primary school.
  • Strong understanding of EYFS pedagogy and the developmental needs of five-year-olds.
  • Warm, energetic and creative teaching style with the ability to make learning fun and accessible.
  • Excellent classroom management, communication and team-working skills.
  • A proactive, reflective practitioner who seeks continual professional development and contributes to whole-school improvement.

    • The School Offers

  • A committed leadership team and supportive staff community.
  • A vibrant school culture in the heart of Islington, with excellent transport links.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
  • A dedicated classroom environment with well-resourced facilities for early years.

    • How to Apply: If you are an enthusiastic Reception Teacher excited by the opportunity to make a difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV or apply via the Veritas Education website.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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