Posted 20 July, 2026
Primary Literacy Teacher
Ribbons and Reeves Limited
Chelmsford, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Primary Teacher (EYFS/KS1) Primary Literacy Teacher (Epping)\n
\n Join the Founding Team of a New Pre-Preparatory School in Epping as a Primary Literacy Teacher.\n
\n 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 37. 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.\n
\n As a Primary Literacy Teacher, you will shape the schools 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.\n
\n What The School Offers for a Primary Literacy Teacher\n
\n Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essexs leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent roles. To explore similar opportunities, search Ribbons & Reeves online wed be happy to support your application.\n
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\n Join the Founding Team of a New Pre-Preparatory School in Epping as a Primary Literacy Teacher.\n
\n 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 37. 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.\n
\n As a Primary Literacy Teacher, you will shape the schools 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.\n
\n What The School Offers for a Primary Literacy Teacher\n
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- Competitive salary
\n - Eight weeks of holiday leave
\n - Extensive employee assistance programme
\n - Preferential fee discounts for eligible staff
\n - Ongoing professional development and coaching
\n - 24/7 virtual GP access
\n - Legal, financial and wellbeing support
\n - A serene, well-resourced setting designed to support excellent teaching
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- Holds QTS with a strong background in English, Literacy or Early Reading
\n - Has previous pre-prep school experience (essential)
\n - Understands early literacy development, phonics progression and language-rich teaching
\n - Values calm, structured, joyful learning
\n - Brings warmth, clarity and professionalism
\n - Is excited to help build a new school community from the ground up
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\n Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essexs leading Education Recruiters, specialising in long-term and permanent roles. To explore similar opportunities, search Ribbons & Reeves online wed be happy to support your application.\n
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