Reception Teacher

Reception Teacher - Bolton Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate Early Years Teacher for a primary school in Bolton. The school is looking for someone who can create a nurturing and stimulating environment where…

Pay rate £34,068 – £46,937/year
Contract type Contract
Posted 18 September 2026

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Reception Teacher - Bolton

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate Early Years Teacher for a primary school in Bolton. The school is looking for someone who can create a nurturing and stimulating environment where young children can develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.

This position would be particularly well suited to a teacher with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and experience supporting children at the beginning of their formal education.

You will be responsible for leading a Reception class and creating a balance between adult-led teaching, structured activities and opportunities for children to learn through exploration. The successful candidate will understand the importance of communication and language development, early reading, phonics, number and personal development.

Building strong relationships will be central to the role. You will work closely with support staff and families to ensure that children receive consistent encouragement and appropriate support.

As the Reception Teacher, you will:

Plan and deliver engaging EYFS learning experiences
Support children's personal, social and emotional development
Develop early literacy and mathematical understanding
Promote communication and language skills
Use observation and assessment to identify next steps
Create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment
Encourage independence and positive behaviour
Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents/carersThe school is seeking a teacher who is patient, enthusiastic and genuinely enjoys working with young children. Creativity and the ability to make learning engaging will be highly valued.

Applicants should have:

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification
Experience within Early Years or Reception
A sound understanding of the EYFS framework
Knowledge of early phonics and early reading
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to establish positive routines and relationshipsTradewind Recruitment offers competitive rates, access to professional development and ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

If you are an Early Years specialist looking for a Reception teaching opportunity in Bolton, we would love to hear from you

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