Reception Teacher

Job Introduction

Reception Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Fixed Term: September 2026 – March 2027
Salary: Main Scale (Outer London Allowance)

We are seeking an inspiring and enthusiastic teacher to join our team on a full-time basis to teach in our Reception class.

Our Federation comprises a maintained nursery school with three part-time classes and a three-form entry infant school. We are a happy and vibrant learning community with high expectations for all pupils, ensuring our children leave us with lasting memories and a love of learning.

The successful candidate will:

• Be passionate about high-quality teaching and learning.
• Have an outstanding record in Performance Management or Initial Teacher Training (ITT), with successful experience of raising achievement in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Be reflective, creative and innovative in their practice.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, can-do attitude.

We can offer:

• Dedicated, hardworking teachers and support staff.
• A caring and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved children with high levels of attainment.
• Generous PPA time.

For further details or an informal discussion, please contact the school office at office@robinhoodinfants.org.uk and a member of the Senior Leadership Team will be in touch.

Further information about our schools can be found on our website: www.twn-rhi.org.uk

Closing date for applications: Monday 8 June 2026 at midday (or earlier if sufficient suitable applications are received)
Shortlisting: Monday 8 June 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 10 June 2026 (morning)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a sufficient number of suitable applications be received.

Safeguarding

The Federation of Thomas Wall Nursery and Robin Hood Infants School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Federation adheres to all national and local safeguarding policies and guidance. Successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks.