• Early Years Foundation Stage
  • EYFS
  • Primary
  • Teacher
  • Birmingham, Moseley
  • £168 - £232+ per day (paid to scale)
  • Job Area: Moseley

Zest Education

Zest Education

Reception Teacher

Job Description

EYFS Reception Teacher – Full Time – Moseley, Birmingham 🍎

September 2026 Start | Autumn Term Contract | MPS (M2–M6+)

A vibrant and nurturing Infant school in Moseley is seeking a skilled and motivated Reception Teacher to join their Early Years team for the autumn term.

This is a full-time teaching role with complete class responsibility which is ideal for an experienced practitioner who thrives in a collaborative setting and is committed to delivering a high standard of early years education.


🌈 About the Role

You will take ownership of a Reception class, ensuring pupils receive a stimulating and supportive start to school life.

Your role will include:

  • Planning and delivering a broad, engaging EYFS curriculum
  • Overseeing assessment, progress tracking and reporting
  • Building strong relationships through parent communication and meetings
  • Contributing actively to the wider school community, including enrichment activities
  • Working alongside a partner teacher within a 2-form entry structure

👩‍🏫 Person Specification

We are looking for a teacher who:

  • Demonstrates secure EYFS knowledge and understands its impact on early development
  • Is an experienced classroom practitioner (M2–M6 or equivalent)
  • Brings energy, creativity and warmth to their teaching
  • Is organised, reliable and reflective in their practice
  • Works well as part of a supportive and professional team
  • Shows a genuine commitment to pupil wellbeing and achievement

🏫 The School

  • Situated in the highly sought-after Moseley area of Birmingham
  • A 2-form entry infant school with a strong reputation locally
  • Known for its supportive ethos and inclusive environment
  • Backed by a visible and proactive Senior Leadership Team
  • Provides structured PPA time and shared year group planning

🌟 What’s on Offer

  • Paid to Main Pay Scale (M2–M6+)
  • A welcoming, well-resourced Early Years setting
  • Strong emphasis on teamwork and staff support
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a short-term, focused placement

📩 Apply Today

If you’re an enthusiastic Reception Teacher ready for a fresh opportunity this autumn, this role in Moseley offers the perfect environment to make a difference.

Submit your application now to secure a rewarding EYFS teaching position in Birmingham.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Charlie at charlie@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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Job Details

  • Early Years Foundation Stage
  • EYFS
  • Primary
  • Teacher
  • Birmingham, Moseley
  • £168 - £232+ per day (paid to scale)
  • Job Area: Moseley

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