Reception Teacher & Deputy Manager of EYFS

We are seeking a warm, committed and skilled Reception Teacher to join our all‑through Christian school, with the added responsibility of Deputy Manager of EYFS to work 30 Hours per week (over 4 days). This combined teaching and leadership role supports the Head of EYFS and Primary in the day‑to‑day leadership of Early Years provision, while delivering high‑quality teaching in Reception. The successful candidate will be passionate about early childhood education, committed to nurturing the whole child, and eager to support and model the Christian ethos of the school.

Key features of the role include:

• Teaching a Reception class within the EYFS Framework
• Supporting the operational leadership and development of EYFS
• Modelling excellent practice and supporting EYFS colleagues
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and staff
• Contributing to prayer, worship and values‑led school life

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience in EYFS, ideally Reception
• Is willing to support and live out the Christian valuesof the school
• Has the confidence to take on delegated leadership responsibility
• Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice

The successful candidate will be able to work as part of a strong staff team in line with the vision of Oxfordshire Community Churches. It is therefore a genuine and determining occupational requirement that the post-holder must be a committed Christian, willing to work with others in the context of OCC’s ethos statement.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with barred list check.

If you have a disability and require any reasonable adjustments that will enable you to apply for this position, then please let us know.