Job Description: Reception Teacher

About the Role:

Are you an energetic, bubbly, and enthusiastic teacher looking for a new challenge? Protocol Education is recruiting a Reception Teacher on behalf of a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse two-form entry primary school with a part-time nursery in West Midlands, Wolverhampton. This is an exciting opportunity to join a community that values respect, relationships, readiness, and reflexion—key principles that complement British Values and underpin their bespoke curriculum.

About the School:

The school celebrates the rich cultural diversity of its community, fostering an environment where all children feel valued. Strong partnerships between home and school are integral to their approach, equipping children with the skills, knowledge, and values needed to become resilient, confident, and independent life-long learners.

Job Duties:

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons to Reception students.
• Ensure a strong understanding and delivery of phonics.
• Foster a love of learning in young children.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for children.

Required Qualifications:

• PGCE qualification.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Prior experience teaching in Reception or Early Years setting.
• Strong understanding of phonics and early years education.
• Ability to inspire and engage young learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional training in early years education.
• Experience with diverse student populations.

Working Conditions:

• Contract position with full-time hours.
• Salary: £130 - £180 per day.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to inspire young learners in a diverse and inclusive school community, apply today by contacting Protocol Education for more information or to submit your application.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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