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Early Years Specialist Teacher (Reception)

Full‑Time, Long‑Term Position- September Start
Two‑Form Entry Primary School – Alum Rock, Birmingham

Monarch Education are seeking a passionate and skilled Early Years Specialist Teacher to work within a friendly and inclusive two‑form entry primary school in the Alum Rock area of Birmingham , working full time in Reception .

This is a long‑term opportunity for a dedicated practitioner who is committed to giving children the very best start to their educational journey.

About the Role

• Full‑time class teacher in Reception
• Working within a well‑established Early Years Foundation Stage team
• Planning and delivering engaging, child‑centred learning experiences
• Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment
• Using ongoing assessment to support progress and development
• Working closely with parents, carers and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have strong Early Years experience and a sound understanding of the EYFS framework
• Be knowledgeable about child development, phonics and early language acquisition
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and nurturing classroom practice
• Be reflective, organised and committed to high standards
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative team
• Have experience working in a culturally diverse setting (desirable)

The school can offer:

• A welcoming, supportive school community
• Enthusiastic, well‑behaved children who are keen to learn
• A strong and supportive leadership team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A well‑resourced Early Years setting

Location:

The school is based in Alum Rock, Birmingham , serving a vibrant and diverse community and is easily accessible by public transport.

Start Date:

September 2026 (long‑term appointment).

If you are an enthusiastic Early Years specialist who is committed to making a real difference in Reception, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:

• leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
• opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
• free Safeguarding training
• refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
• online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide – please visit our website – About Us – Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)

Important Information:

• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant’s applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
• This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.

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