Primary Literacy Teacher

Job Description

Primary Teacher (EYFS/KS1) – Primary Literacy Teacher (Epping)

Join the Founding Team of a New Pre‑Preparatory School in Epping as a Primary Literacy Teacher.

A brilliant opportunity has arisen for a Primary Literacy Teacher to join the founding team of a brand‑new pre‑preparatory school for children aged 3–7. This role is ideal for a Primary Literacy Teacher who is passionate about early reading, phonics, language development and nurturing confident, articulate young learners within a calm, structured and beautifully designed environment.

As a Primary Literacy Teacher, you will shape the school’s early approach to reading, writing and communication. You will introduce young children to high‑quality phonics, early comprehension, vocabulary building, storytelling and purposeful mark‑making, ensuring lessons are joyful, engaging and developmentally aligned. You will play a key role in establishing strong routines, rich language experiences and a love of books across EYFS and KS1.

What The School Offers for a Primary Literacy Teacher

• Competitive salary

• Eight weeks of holiday leave

• Extensive employee assistance programme

• Preferential fee discounts for eligible staff

• Ongoing professional development and coaching

• 24/7 virtual GP access

• Legal, financial and wellbeing support

• A serene, well‑resourced setting designed to support excellent teaching

Who We’re Looking For - We welcome applications from a Primary Literacy Teacher who:

• Holds QTS with a strong background in English, Literacy or Early Reading

• Has previous pre‑prep school experience (essential)

• Understands early literacy development, phonics progression and language‑rich teaching

• Values calm, structured, joyful learning

• Brings warmth, clarity and professionalism

• Is excited to help build a new school community from the ground up

If you are a Primary Literacy Teacher who wants to shape a school’s foundations, inspire confident early readers and contribute to a thoughtful, modern‑traditional educational vision, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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