Reception teacher

Dedworth Green First School, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5PE

27 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  30 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  3 November 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (572)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,398.00 - £46,839.00 Annually (FTE)

Reception teacher job summary

Reception Teacher

We are looking for an enthusiastic Reception teacher who is committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning within a supportive and welcoming school community. We are looking for someone who is child-centred, reflective and ready to make a positive contribution to our vibrant first school.

The successful candidate will teach our Reception class, providing high-quality learning experiences that enable every child to thrive and make a strong start to their education. They will also undertake other duties reasonably assigned by the Headteacher or line manager, in accordance with the Teachers’ Standards and the requirements of the role.

About Dedworth Green First School

Dedworth Green First School is situated on the western edge of Windsor. We currently have 170 children on roll and a staff team of 30 adults.

Our aim is to provide high-quality teaching and learning while ensuring that every child enjoys their education, fulfils their potential and can REACH for the stars.

Our friendly and committed staff team provides a secure and happy environment in which children are supported to thrive socially, emotionally and academically. This is underpinned by the strong relationships fostered across our whole school community. Our children are enthusiastic, well behaved and truly delightful to teach.

We are part of the Windsor Learning Partnership, which includes Windsor Girls’ School, The Windsor Boys’ School, Dedworth Middle School, Clewer Green C of E First School and Oakfield First School, providing opportunities for collaboration and professional development across the partnership.

We can offer:

• a school with a real sense of community
• enthusiastic children who enjoy learning
• professional, supportive and dedicated colleagues
• supportive leadership
• opportunities for professional development
• opportunities to work collaboratively across the Windsor Learning Partnership

I thoroughly recommend a visit to the school to see DGFS in action and look forward to meeting you.

Mark Mackie

Headteacher

Applying

Applications are welcomed from teachers who are passionate about early education and who would relish the opportunity to join our committed and supportive team.

Please read the person specification before applying. Applications will only be accepted via our website.

Applications will be considered on receipt.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment

Dedworth Green First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to the school’s safer recruitment procedures, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and appropriate pre-employment checks. References will be sought prior to interview in line with safer recruitment practice.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Windsor Learning Partnership is committed to the safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Dedworth Green First School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 9
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 171 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 9
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Dedworth Green First School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/dedworth-green-first-school-windsor

In the heart of The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead, Dedworth Green First School has a strong reputation for being a community school with happy, successful pupils and a proven track record for high quality professional development.

At Dedworth Green First School we work in an environment where opportunities are limitless, the children are supported, and outcomes always consider the whole child. We continue to aim for the highest of standards and provide a friendly and hardworking team. We are a fully inclusive first school with nursery with one form entry. Pupils leave us after year 4 to move on to middle school.

We are part of the Windsor Learning Partnership which includes Windsor Girls’ School, The Windsor Boys’ School, Clewer Green C of E First School, Oakfield First School and Dedworth Middle School. The successful applicant in this role will have the opportunity to work and liaise with staff across the Trust.

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