Position Summary
Reigate Grammar School Phnom Penh is seeking a warm, reflective, and passionate Pre-Nursery Teacher to join our growing Early Years team. This is a unique opportunity to play a foundational role in the lives of our youngest learners during a formative time in their development.
As a Pre-Nursery Teacher, you’ll nurture curiosity, independence, and confidence in a rich play-based environment, guided by the EYFS framework and our values of Discovery, Opportunity, Virtue, and Excellence (DOVE). You'll be part of a dynamic team committed to child-centred practice, collaborative planning, and building strong partnerships with families.
Key Responsibilities
School Ethos & Conduct
Always act in the best interests of children, ensuring their safety, happiness, and holistic development.
Uphold and promote the values of RGSPP (Discovery, Opportunity, Virtue, Excellence).
Model and adhere to the school’s Code of Conduct and professional expectations.
Professional Learning & Development
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Early Years pedagogy, child development, and curriculum design.
Actively engage with internal and external professional learning opportunities, including INSET, working groups, and learning communities.
Reflect on personal teaching practice and set clear goals for professional growth.
Contribute to a collaborative staff culture, supporting colleagues and sharing good practice.
Engage with educational research and evidence-informed approaches.
Participate in RGSPP’s professional growth structures, including goal setting, coaching, and appraisal.
Teaching & Learning
Deliver a high-quality Early Years curriculum that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and independence.
Plan, assess, and differentiate learning experiences to meet the needs of individual children.
Maintain a warm, safe, and stimulating classroom environment that reflects children's interests and achievements.
Monitor and document children's progress in line with the EYFS Framework and school assessment policies.
Provide timely, purposeful feedback to children and contribute to reporting cycles for parents.
Foster positive behaviour and relationships built on mutual respect, trust, and consistency.
Collaborate with teaching assistants and specialist staff to enhance provision.
Pastoral Care
Prioritise child safeguarding and wellbeing in line with RGSPP’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policies.
Develop nurturing relationships with children and provide consistent emotional support.
Serve as a class teacher and primary point of contact for families in your care.
Administrative Duties
Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time, including registers, pupil observations, reports, and parent communication logs.
Communicate professionally and effectively with parents, maintaining a warm and informative tone.
Wider Professional Responsibilities
Support the continual development of EYFS policies, planning formats, and classroom systems.
Attend and contribute to school events, including Parent Meetings, assemblies, and performances.
Participate in staff meetings, year group planning, and whole-school events as required.
Take part in co-curricular life including after-school clubs, events, and celebrations.
Supervise children in accordance with the duty rota (playground, lunch, arrival/dismissal).
Maintain a tidy and well-organised classroom and shared learning areas.
Support with school trips and special events, occasionally outside of normal hours.
Carry out any reasonable request made by the Head of Early Years or SLT, consistent with your professional role.
Safeguarding Statement
RGS Phnom Penh is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and enhanced background checks.
Equal Opportunities
Reigate Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and diversity, fostering perseverance, tolerance, and integrity. Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e., skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) in selection and recruitment.
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to submit:
An RGSPP application form, including a full work history and professional references.
A covering letter outlining your vision for the role and relevant experience.
Copies of qualifications and certifications.
Applications should be sent to recruit@reigategrammar-pp.edu.kh