Reception Teacher – Join a Vibrant, High-Achieving Merton School

Are you an outstanding Reception Teacher with a passion for igniting young minds and laying the foundations for lifelong learning? Step into a thriving, inclusive Merton primary school where you’ll have real impact, shaping the earliest experiences of every child in your care. This school is seeking an inspirational Reception Teacher keen to create a magical first chapter in the educational journey of inquisitive learners.

As a Reception Teacher here, you’ll gain invaluable experience in an environment recognised for excellence and innovation. Work alongside visionary leaders and forward-thinking colleagues who believe in nurturing talent and fostering a love for learning. Benefit from best-in-class CPD opportunities, abundant resources, and a commitment to your professional development—all while making your mark in one of London’s most supportive communities. If you’re ready to accelerate your growth and teach in a setting rated Good to Outstanding by Ofsted, this is your moment.

Key Highlights:

• Reception Teacher – play a pivotal role in Early Years education
• Up to £220 Per Day DOE – highly competitive daily rates
• Located in the heart of dynamic Merton, celebrated for diversity
• Ofsted rating: Graded Good to Outstanding – a genuine centre of excellence
• Elite CPD and leadership progression designed for ambitious teachers
• Ideal for UK-trained Reception Teachers with QTS, ECTs, or proven educators
• State-of-the-art EYFS environments: outdoor learning, sensory rooms, creative spaces

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering inspiring, hands-on EYFS lessons as a Reception Teacher
• Designing imaginative indoor and outdoor activities for curious 4–5-year-olds
• Nurturing every learner—supporting academic, social, and emotional growth
• Monitoring and assessing progress, sharing achievements with families
• Collaborating across teams to share best practice, drive continual improvement

Ideal "Reception Teacher" for this Merton School:

• UK-trained Reception Teacher holding QTS, able to deliver exceptional impact
• Brings Good or Outstanding graded references and a proven track record
• Embraces play-based pedagogy and innovative teaching methods
• ECTs with demonstrable passion and classroom talent are very welcome
• Deep commitment to inclusive, creative education for every child

Why Join This Merton School?:

• Exceptionally supportive senior leadership and peer mentorship
• Expansive resources: forest school, technology-rich classrooms, and more
• A culture of celebration, curiosity, and inclusive community involvement
• Enriched CPD and future promotion as a Reception Teacher
• Children who are energetic, respectful, and eager to discover the world

Become the Reception Teacher who shapes the future—at a school where your ideas, initiative, and ambition are valued every day. If you’re ready to teach in a nurturing Merton environment renowned for excellence and growth, apply now and embark on the next exciting phase of your career.

How to Apply

Seize this opportunity in Merton—Reception and Primary School Teacher interviews are already underway. Secure your spot on our shortlist by submitting your application without delay. If you’re ready to make an immediate impact, act now!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving South London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!