Reception Class Teacher (Early Years)

M1-6
Fixed Term
Full Time
1 Year
All Hallows CofE Primary School, Gedling, NG4 3JZ
Closing Date
12 June 2026 12:00

The governors of this happy and successful school are seeking to appoint an excellent Early Years practitioner to join our Reception team. We are looking for a passionate and committed teacher who understands the importance of the early years in securing strong foundations for lifelong learning and development.

Applications are invited from teachers, including Early Career Teachers, who are enthusiastic about delivering high-quality provision in Reception and who are committed to nurturing each child’s curiosity, independence and love of learning within a supportive Christian environment.

Opportunities to join our team are rare, and we are keen to appoint the right person who shares our ethos and high expectations.  

Our school can offer you:

  • Well-motivated, enthusiastic and happy children who enjoy learning
  • A caring, friendly and supportive staff team
  • A well-resourced and engaging Early Years environment
  • A strong commitment to high-quality continuous provision and outdoor learning
  • Supportive parents and carers
  • Active links with the parish and wider community
  • A governing body committed to staff wellbeing and development

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is enthusiastic, nurturing and committed to providing the very best for all children
  • Has a strong understanding of the EYFS framework and effective early years pedagogy
  • Can create a stimulating, language-rich and enabling learning environment, indoors and outdoors
  • Has high expectations of achievement, behaviour and personal development
  • Can assess learning accurately and use this to inform next steps
  • Is reflective and committed to continuous professional development
  • Works effectively as part of a team and communicates well with colleagues and families
  • Supports and upholds the Christian ethos of the school (there is no requirement to be a practising Christian)

We warmly encourage potential applicants to visit the school to experience our welcoming ethos and meet the team. Please contact the school office on 0115 9568277 to arrange a visit.

To apply, please download the application form and return the completed form to: office@hallows.notts.sch.uk

Closing date: Friday 12 June 2026 at 12 noon
Interview date: Thursday 18th or Friday 19th June

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.

This vacancy is closed to applications.