Primary Teacher

Reception Teacher – Maternity Cover | September 2026 Start

Morden, South West London

Full-Time | Maternity Cover | September 2026 Start | Pay to Scale

Are you a passionate and nurturing Reception Teacher looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and welcoming primary school?

A friendly and inclusive primary school in Morden is seeking an enthusiastic Reception Teacher to join their Early Years team from September 2026 on a full-time maternity cover contract
.

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young learners at the very start of their educational journey while working within a collaborative school that values creativity, professional development and staff wellbeing.

• Full-time Reception Teacher position.
• Maternity cover starting in September 2026.
• Full teaching responsibilities, including planning, preparation, assessment and marking.
• Deliver engaging, play-based lessons in line with the EYFS curriculum.
• Create a nurturing classroom environment that supports every child’s academic, social and emotional development.
• Work closely with colleagues, parents and the wider school community to ensure pupils achieve their full potential.

• Competitive pay to scale (MPS/UPS).
• A welcoming and supportive Senior Leadership Team.
• A well-established and collaborative Early Years team.
• Excellent planning resources and teaching materials to support your workload.
• Dedicated PPA time built into the working week.
• Ongoing CPD opportunities and a strong commitment to professional development.
• Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• A strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and child development.
• A creative and engaging teaching style that encourages curiosity and independence.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A committed and enthusiastic teacher who is keen to make a positive impact throughout the duration of the maternity cover.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a caring and inclusive school where you’ll receive excellent support, access to high-quality resources and the chance to make a real difference during an important stage of children’s learning.

If you’re an enthusiastic Reception Teacher looking for a rewarding maternity cover role in Morden
, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting September opportunity.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

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