Reception Class Teacher Barnet Long-Term (with a view to go Permanent) ASAP or January Start Salary: MPS-UPS (Outer London) Are you an enthusiastic, caring, and creative teacher who believes that a child''s first year in school should be filled with joy, discovery, and meaningful learning experiences? We are seeking a Reception Class Teacher to join a welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in Barnet. This long-term position offers the potential to become permanent and is available for an ASAP or January start. It is a fantastic opportunity to nurture children as they take their first steps into formal schooling, helping them grow into confident, curious, and independent learners. Our school is a warm, inclusive, and community-driven environment. We believe that play is a powerful vehicle for learning and that every interaction helps build resilience, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Children in Reception are encouraged to explore, investigate, and ask questions within a safe and inspiring setting. As a Reception Class Teacher, you will: Plan and deliver engaging, imaginative lessons that support children across all areas of the EYFS. Use observation and assessment to reflect on each child''s development and adapt your teaching to meet individual needs. Support early communication, language, phonics, and mathematical understanding through a rich, play-based curriculum. Build positive, trusting relationships with children and their families. Work co