Aspire People Limited
Early Years Teacher – Maternity Cover Druids Heath, Birmingham November 2026 – July 2027
Aspire People are seeking a dedicated and nurturing Early Years Teacher for a maternity cover position at a welcoming primary school in Druids Heath.
This role will commence after the October half-term break in 2026 and continue through to the end of the academic year in July 2027.
The successful candidate will be responsible for a blended Nursery and Reception class, supporting children who are currently working within Band 0 and have significant learning and developmental needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for a practitioner who is passionate about early childhood development and skilled in adapting learning to meet a wide range of needs.
The Role: * Full-time Early Years Teacher position * Maternity cover from October 2026 to July 2027 * Teaching a blended Nursery and Reception class * Supporting pupils with high levels of learning and developmental needs * Planning and delivering engaging, child-centred learning experiences * Working closely with support staff and school leadership to ensure the best outcomes for pupils
The Ideal Candidate Will: * Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) * Have experience teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) * Be confident in adapting provision for children with varying developmental needs * Have strong knowledge of child development and early learning * Be patient, nurturing, and committed to inclusive practice * Have experience with, or knowledge of, the Little Wandle phonics programme (desirable but not essential) What the School Offers: * A supportive and welcoming school community * Ongoing guidance from an experienced Early Years Lead * A collaborative and dedicated staff team * The opportunity to make a genuine difference to children's early learning journeys
If you are an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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