Early Years Class Teacher

Oasis Academy Skinner Street; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Early Years Classroom Teacher to join their dedicated team. This role involves creating an engaging and nurturing environment for young learners, ensuring they thrive in their early years. You'll be responsible for planning and delivering innovative lessons that cater to the diverse needs of children. With a strong emphasis on building relationships and fostering a supportive community, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives. If you are committed to excellence in education and eager to inspire the next generation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a Year R classroom with strong relationships.
• Passion for engaging early years education and innovative teaching.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring and stimulating environment for effective learning.
• Plan lessons and activities tailored for young children.

Skills

Early Years Education

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Building Relationships

Innovative Teaching Methods

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Are you a fun, nurturing Early Years professional with excellent people-skills? Do you have experience working with Reception children, and are ready to develop your expertise even further?

At Oasis Academy Skinner Street we believe every pupil is entitled to an outstanding education. Thankfully, we have a fantastic community of teachers who provide excellent learning experiences for all students. We’re looking to welcome an experienced Early Years Classroom Teacher to our high-performing team.

We know children develop quickly in the early years and their experiences have a major impact on their future life chances. We provide a rich and varied environment, equipping them with the resilience, capability and confidence required to meet their full potential.

Having invested heavily in our Academy, including our EYFS area, we are seeking an innovative and energetic practitioner to take this to the next level. Working in partnership with the EYFS Lead, you will make your mark on the Academy and create an exceptional educational environment for the youngest students, setting them up for success.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Creating a caring, stimulating and engaging environment that enables all pupils to learn effectively, mindful of the fact that some pupils, will not have experience attending a similar setting
• Planning and preparing lessons and learning activities appropriate for the age group and ability of the children in the class
• Actively participating in the Oasis Skinner Street family, working to ensure the best outcomes for all children, and supporting the wider community

A full job description is attached to this vacancy.

You’ll bring:

• Experience of leading a Year R classroom and supporting families with the transition into school, with a track record of building strong relationships to boost attainment and attendance
• A passion for education of the littlest learners, with expertise in various methods of delivering engaging learning activities
• The desire to bring innovation and interactivity into all areas of your teaching, continuously reaching for excellence
• An ability to quickly develop rapport with all members of the school community, while developing and maintaining appropriate boundaries

Application process

If we have piqued your interest and you would like to know more, we welcome conversations or school visits. Start your application to find out how to arrange this.

Or, if you can’t wait to apply and start the conversation at an interview – please click ‘fast apply’ to complete the application form and tell us all about you, your experience and how your ambition to see every student succeed matches ours.

Closing date: midday on 16 May

Interviews: 22 May

If you intend to apply, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and holding interviews in line with this. This could result in the advert closing before the advertised date.

Skinner Street Primary School is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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