Reception Teacher

About the role

Reception Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Northfields Infants and Nursery School Location: Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire Position: Reception Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term (January 2026 – July 2026) Salary: MPS (M1–M3) depending on experience Start Date: January 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic and nurturing Reception Class Teacher to join our vibrant early years team at Northfields Infants and Nursery School to cover a maternity leave from January to July 2026.

At Northfields, we place our pupils at the heart of everything we do. Our values – Respect, Expression, Achievement, Creativity, and Hearts full of fun (REACH) – run through all aspects of school life. We want someone who can bring learning to life, build strong relationships with children and families, and contribute to a setting where pupils thrive.

You will be joining a team of dedicated, warm and committed staff who work closely together to ensure every child is known, valued, and supported to reach their potential.

We are proud of our strong ethos, our purposeful provision, and our close partnerships with parents and carers. If you are passionate about early years, confident in your understanding of the EYFS framework, and ready to bring energy and clarity to classroom routines, we’d love to hear from you.

We can offer:

· A welcoming and inclusive school community

· Enthusiastic, curious and kind pupils

· A well-resourced classroom and high-quality continuous provision

· A supportive leadership team who prioritise wellbeing and professional growth

· Opportunities to contribute to wider school life

We are looking for someone who:

· Has high expectations for all pupils, whatever their starting point

· Understands the importance of both care and challenge in the early years

· Can deliver high-quality teaching and assessment within a purposeful play-based curriculum

· Values strong communication with families and colleagues

· Embraces creativity, play, and joyful learning

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or request further information, please contact the school office on 01462 623388 or email admin@northfields.herts.sch.uk

Northfields Infants and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.