Reception Teacher

We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join the team at Clifton Lodge School for Maternity Cover. We're looking for someone who is passionate about teaching and learning, is ready to embrace new ideas, and has a positive outlook and excellent interpersonal skills.

Working in our wonderful school you have the freedom to teach the way you like to teach, with smaller class sizes you get to tailor your teaching to your students, you will be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating lessons with assistance from our central education team.

About the role

• To demonstrate great care for each child’s well-being and learning progression
• To be able to implement an engaging and successful EYFS curriculum based on the EYFS expectations, ensuring the school meets ISI EYFS compliance regulations
• Prepare reports, attend parents’ evenings and attend staff meetings and training as required. To liaise with parents (in consultation with the Head) regarding pupil learning issues
• Contribute to a positive working environment with the EYFS staff, attend regular supervision and  Early Years staff meetings.
• Maintain an ordered and organised learning environment which supports children’s learning.

Who we are looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Good knowledge of the Early Learning Goals and Age-Related Expectations for the whole of EYFS, in particular for Reception
• Evidence of excellent classroom practice
• Enthusiastic, positive and conscientious
• Keeps well-informed of changes in EYFS
• Commitment and ability to work with colleagues to improve classroom effectiveness and raise achievement

Benefits at Cognita

• Teacher Pension Scheme
• Longer School Holidays
• School fee discount
• Professional development
• Free School Lunches in Term Time

About the School – Clifton Lodge School

We are a small and friendly, nurturing prep school for boys and girls aged 3 to 11 years in Ealing, West London. Clifton Lodge is family-orientated, promoting wellbeing and a character education alongside excellent academic achievement.

We have a Christian ethos and warmly welcome families from a rich diversity of cultures, languages and beliefs.

At Clifton Lodge School we nurture talent both in the classroom and wherever it may lie. We develop the potential in each and every child in our care, building a growth mindset and confidence to achieve their very best.

About Cognita

Cognita is an extraordinary family of diverse yet connected schools, spanning sixteen different countries. We share one common purpose: to create an inspiring world of education that builds self-belief and empowers individuals to succeed. A global leader in independent education with over 100 schools in Europe, Latin America, North America, Middle East and Asia, we offer excellent professional development as well as outstanding networking and career opportunities.