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Hays are delighted to be working with a warm and welcoming village primary school in Coventry. This one-form-entry school is known for its close-knit feel, strong parental partnerships and calm, nurturing atmosphere. Staff speak highly of the supportive leadership team, the emphasis on early childhood development and the school's commitment to giving children the very best start to their learning journey.

The school are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Reception teacher to join them after Easter for the duration of the summer term. This is a full-time role with full teaching responsibilities, although part-time may be considered for the right candidate.

Your new role

• Planning and delivering engaging, play-based learning experiences that support early development across all EYFS areas.
• Creating a warm, inclusive classroom environment where children feel safe, confident and eager to explore.
• Working closely with teaching assistants and EYFS colleagues to ensure consistency and high-quality provision.
• Observing, assessing and recording children's progress, using this information to shape next steps in learning.
• Contributing positively to the wider school community and modelling the school's values in daily practice.

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Experience teaching within the EYFS, ideally in a Reception setting.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and the EYFS framework.
• Warm, nurturing approach with the ability to build trusting relationships with young learners.
• Confident communication skills and a collaborative working style.

What you'll get in return

• Pay to scale.
• The chance to work in a friendly, community-focused school with a strong early years ethos.
• Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities, including free CPD through the Hays learning platform.
• Easy-to-use digital tools to manage timesheets, holidays, training and well-being resources via the Hays App.
• Referral bonuses - earn £250 in vouchers when you refer a friend who completes 20 days of work with Hays.
• Career guidance, including a complimentary CV review from a dedicated education consultant.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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