Class Teacher (EYFS)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Taunton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Induction and ongoing career and well-

Career development entitlement and OPs

Job summary

Priorswood Primary School in Taunton is seeking a Class Teacher for the early years foundation stage to cover sabbatical leave until 23 July 2027. The post is full-time (32.5 hours, Mon-Fri) for pupils aged 2–11.

A qualified teacher or equivalent qualification is required with a start date of 4 January 2027. The role focuses on nurturing oral, social and emotional literacy, building a safe and curious learning environment and laying foundations for later learning, with access to Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Full education and employment history provided on the application form, as CVs are not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality early years teaching that builds skills, knowledge and understanding.
• Create a nurturing classroom where each child’s individuality is valued and curiosity encouraged.
• Develop pupils’ oral, social and emotional literacy.
• Meet the needs of pupil premium, looked after, SEND and high-attaining pupils.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Support opportunities beyond the classroom that enrich pupils’ learning.
• Develop your own expert practice and support colleagues’ development.

Skills

Deliver curriculum

High-quality lessons

Meet pupil premium/LOOKED AFTER/SEND &

Strong communication

Enrichment support

Develop practice

Education

Qualified teacher or equivalent

Job description

Class Teacher post in the early years foundation stage at Priorswood Primary School, on fixed-term sabbatical cover until 23 July 2027. The work centres on nurturing each child's oral, social and emotional literacy, building a safe and curious learning environment, and laying foundations for later learning. The post is full-time over 32.5 hours, Monday to Friday, in a school that takes children aged 2 to 11 and follows a shared trust curriculum. A qualified teacher or equivalent teaching qualification is required, with a start date of 4 January 2027.

What the job involves

• Plan and deliver high-quality early years teaching that builds skills, knowledge and understanding
• Create a nurturing classroom where each child's individuality is valued and curiosity encouraged
• Develop pupils' oral, social and emotional literacy
• Meet the needs of pupil premium, looked after, SEND and high-attaining pupils
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents
• Support opportunities beyond the classroom that enrich pupils' learning
• Develop your own expert practice and support colleagues' development

What’s required

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher or an equivalent teaching qualification

Skills & knowledge

• Able to deliver the curriculum in your chosen area
• Able to teach high-quality lessons across relevant key stages
• Able to meet the needs of pupil premium, looked after, SEND and high-attaining pupils
• Strong communicator who can embrace change, motivate colleagues and build relationships
• Able to recognise and support enrichment beyond the classroom
• Empowered to develop your own expert practice and support others

Other

• Full education and employment history provided on the application form, as CVs are not accepted

What’s offered

• Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing career development and wellbeing support
• Sector-leading professional development entitlement and opportunities
• Shared CLF curriculum that reduces individual teacher workload
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health benefits including wellness sessions, gym discounts and flu jabs
• Family leave options, including above-average occupational maternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme and on-site parking