Class Teacher - Holmer Green First School and Pre-School

Buckinghamshire Council; Little Missenden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Little Missenden is looking for a dedicated Class Teacher for Holmer Green First School and Pre-School. The position, which is part-time for two days a week, involves planning and teaching high-quality lessons tailored to young children. Candidates should have a passion for Early Years education and the ability to create an engaging learning environment. The contract is fixed term until the end of the summer term 2026, with a potential extension for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Early Years or primary education.
• Familiarity with the Early Years Foundation Framework.
• Willingness to support parents and collaborate with other staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons for young children.
• Conduct assessments in line with the Early Years Framework.
• Create and manage open-ended continuous provision activities.

Skills

Passion for teaching young children

Ability to create an inspiring learning environment

Commitment to a play-centered approach

Skills in planning open-ended activities

Capability to work as part of a job share

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Class Teacher - Holmer Green First School and Pre-School

Location: Holmer Green

Job Salary M1-M6

Contract Type Fixed Term

Closing Date for Applications Friday 30th January

About us

Holmer Green First School and Pre-School is situated on Watchet Lane, in Holmer Green village, nestled on the edge of the Chiltern Hills. One of three state schools in the village, the school serves the local community and has a great community feel.

We are looking for a dynamic individual with a passion for Early Years to teach in our wonderful school. Could this be you? This part time role will be for 2 days a week. The role will entail planning and teaching high quality lessons and carrying out assessments which are in line with the approach embodied in the Early Years Foundation Framework. A knowledge of Tapestry would be beneficial, although training will be provided. You will need to be skilled at planning and setting up open ended continuous provision activities as well as creating an inspiring learning environment for the children. You must be passionate about the Early Years and truly believe that children can learn through playful opportunities.

This role is fixed term until the end of the summer term 2026, although it could be extended for the right candidate.

About you

Our children need a teacher who:

• Loves teaching and aspires to exceptional practice.
• Has a passion for teaching young children.
• Is passionate about getting the best out of each and every child.
• Is committed to a play centred approach to learning.
• Is able to give the children a happy, secure start to their school career.
• Is happy and energetic.
• Is creative.
• Is able to work as part of a job share.
• Able to work closely and support parents.

Everyone has a role to play in helping to protect children. All children have a right to be safe and should be protected from all forms of abuse and neglect. Holmer Green First School and Pre-School is committed to safeguarding children, promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS and qualifications check will be carried out upon appointment of the successful candidate.

We welcome applicants regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.