Job description
We are seeking an inspiring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Reception Class Teacher to join our fantastic EYFS team. As a Reception Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in welcoming our youngest learners into the school community. You will design and deliver a rich, play-based curriculum that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and fosters a deep sense of belonging.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspirational Teaching: Plan and deliver high-quality, creative, and inclusive lessons aligned with the EYFS statutory framework.
- Child-Centred Learning: Create a stimulating, safe, and nurturing indoor and outdoor learning environment that encourages independent exploration.
- Assessment & Progress: Use ongoing formative assessment to track child development, tailoring next steps to meet individual needs.
- Collaborative Partnership: Work closely with EYFS teaching assistants, the nursery team, and the SENDCo to provide seamless support.
- Parental Engagement: Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers to ensure a collaborative approach to each child's learning journey.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent (ECTs are welcome to apply).
- Has a deep understanding and passion for the EYFS framework and early child development.
- Is an excellent communicator who can inspire children, motivate staff, and engage parents.
- Brings energy, creativity, and a sense of fun to the classroom.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
What We Offer
- Enthusiastic, well-behaved, and eager-to-learn children.
- A supportive, collaborative, and friendly staff team.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development (CPD) and career progression.
- A well-resourced indoor and outdoor early years environment.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11
- Pupils
- 181
- Avg teacher salary
- £45,738
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 27.4:1
- Academy trust
- ST GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 7JX
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- Posted
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- Closing date
- 13 November 2026
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