Reed
Role Overview
We are seeking a passionate, nurturing, and creative EYFS Teacher to join a welcoming and community-focused primary school on a fixed-term basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality early years education, ensuring all pupils are engaged, supported, and encouraged to achieve their full potential within a safe and stimulating learning environment.
This role would suit a practitioner with a strong understanding of early childhood development and a commitment to inclusive, child-centred learning.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
- Plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons in line with the EYFS Framework
- Create a stimulating indoor and outdoor learning environment that fosters curiosity, independence, and exploration
- Adapt teaching to meet the individual needs of all pupils, including those with SEND and EAL
- Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress, maintaining accurate and up-to-date observations
- Use assessment effectively to inform planning and next steps in learning
Classroom Management
- Establish a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment
- Promote high standards of behaviour in line with school policies
- Foster strong relationships with children to support their emotional and social development
Pastoral and Safeguarding Responsibilities
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children in line with statutory guidance
- Support pupils’ wellbeing, personal development, and readiness for learning
- Maintain a vigilant approach to safeguarding concerns and follow procedures correctly
Partnership Working
- Build positive relationships with parents and carers, sharing information about children’s progress and wellbeing
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants, and external professionals
- Contribute to team planning and wider school life during the duration of the contract
Person Specification
Essential
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Experience teaching within EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework
- Ability to create an engaging, inclusive, and structured learning environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare
Desirable
- Experience working in a faith-based or values-led school setting
- Knowledge of early phonics programmes
- Experience supporting children with additional needs
Personal Qualities
- Warm, enthusiastic, and approachable manner
- Strong organisational skills and flexibility
- Reflective practitioner with a commitment to continuous improvement
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Commitment to fostering a caring and respectful school ethos
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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