Website 4myschools

Start Date: 5/1/2026 £37,101 – £45,352 Annual M3-M6


New vacancy! Reception Teacher – Chelmsford

This is a Primary School job.

We have a role at a primary school in central Chelmsford that is looking for a part-time Reception teacher to cover a maternity contract. This would be for 3 days per week – days to be confirmed. This is a welcoming and supportive school with excellent feedback from teachers. This could potentially extend to 2026-2027 academic year or lead to a permanent position. You will be responsible for full teaching duties, including planning, marking, assessments and attendance at parent’s evenings if this falls on your working day.

  • Contract Duration: Maternity Cover
  • Contract Type: Part Time 3 Days Per Week
  • Age groups: Reception


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The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and completed their ECT years with experience in reception class..

✅ What you need to work to start:

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service – we can help you apply.
Right to work in the UK
Relevant experience or qualifications in education or childcare (desirable)

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