Job description
Are you an experienced Early Years specialist?
The Governors of Parklea Primary School are seeking a passionate, creative, and enthusiastic Reception Class Teacher to join our vastly improving, split-site school on the border of Central Bedfordshire.
We pride ourselves on our calm, purposeful atmosphere where children are at the centre of everything we do. Noted by Ofsted: "Well-trained staff support children to learn and develop their language and communication skills preparing them well for Year 1 and beyond."
You will play a pivotal role in shaping confident, curious, and ambitious learners within our warm and inclusive environment. We are looking for someone who can:
- Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons and high-quality continuous provision.
- Nurture positive, warm relationships with pupils and families.
- Contribute to a collaborative staff culture where professional development and wellbeing matter.
This position will Ideally suit a teacher with a minimum of two years’ experience, you will:
- Have excellent knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework.
- Possess strong pastoral skills and a desire to contribute to extra-curricular life.
- Be ready to inspire and motivate both boys and girls in our vibrant school.
Closing Date: Friday 27th February 2026 Interview Date: W/C 2nd March 2026
Parklea Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS checks and references are required.
For the right candidate, accommodation maybe available.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Parklea Primary School
Community school · Primary · Ages 4–11
- Pupils
- 548
- Avg teacher salary
- £40,747
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 19.6:1
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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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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Luton, Luton, LU3 3EW
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- Salary
- MPS / UPS
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 23 October 2026
- Closing date
- 6 November 2026
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