Early Years Teacher

About the Role As an Early Years Teacher, you will deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences that support children's academic, social, emotional, and physical development. You will create a safe, nurturing, and…

Pay rate £168 – £261/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 21 August 2026

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About the Role

As an Early Years Teacher, you will deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences that support children's academic, social, emotional, and physical development. You will create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment while delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and ensuring every child reaches their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, child-centred learning in line with the EYFS framework
* Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
* Observe, assess, and monitor children's progress and development
* Support children's communication, language, literacy, and numeracy skills
* Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
* Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all children, including those with SEND and EAL
* Contribute to curriculum planning and wider school initiatives
* Uphold safeguarding procedures and promote the wellbeing of all childrenAbout You

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
* Experience teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage (ECTs are welcome to apply)
* Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and early childhood development
* Excellent classroom management and communication skills
* Passion for delivering creative, play-based learning experiences
* Commitment to supporting every child's development and wellbeing
* A caring, patient, and collaborative approach to teaching and learning
* Dedication to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenSafeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and other pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidance.

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