Early Years (EYFS) Teacher

Clevelandsprepschool; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent day school in Bolton is searching for a dedicated EYFS Teacher. The ideal candidate will have QTS, relevant EYFS teaching experience, and a passion for fostering pupil development and creating a nurturing school environment. Comprehensive support and competitive salary await a committed educator ready to inspire the next generation.

Benefits

Access to a collaborative learning community

Reduced class sizes

Excellent pastoral care

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching experience in EYFS within a school or early years setting.
• Deep knowledge of EYFS framework, early literacy and numeracy development.
• Strong commitment to continued personal development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with the prep school’s academic standards.
• Foster a learning environment that allows for a child to flourish as a ‘whole person’.
• Observe pupil behaviour and adhere to child protection guidance.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Enthusiasm

Education

QTS with specialism in EYFS

Job description

Are you inspirational? Do you have a passion for education? Are you looking for a new and exciting teaching role? This could be the PERFECT job for you!

We are looking for a hard-working and enthusiastic EYFS Teacher to join our school in, Bolton!

About Clevelands Preparatory School

Clevelands Preparatory School is a thriving independent day school for pupils aged 2 to 11 years. Rated ‘Excellent’ by the ISI in our latest report, we take our role of educating the next generation very seriously. Our pupils benefit from a broad and varied curriculum and the quality of the teaching leads to excellent academic achievement with outstanding results for children transitioning from Year Six into their secondary schools of first choice.

Clevelands Prepisn't just an outstanding place to learn, it's a great place to work too! We aim to encourage intellectual curiosity and productive learning habits in both our students and staff.

About the Position

Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: Dependent on experience

Start Date: Sep 2025

Your main responsibilities will include:

• To be aware of the relevant developments to EYFS teaching, learning and assessment.
• Develop and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with the prep school’s academic standards.
• Preparing lesson plans and learning materials to facilitate positive pupil development, as well as assessments that can accurately determine pupils progress and ways in which you can facilitate pupil development.
• Fostering a learning environment and educational structures that allow for a child to flourish as a ‘whole person’, not only in the academic sense.
• Constantly observing pupil behaviour, in line with Child Protection guidance and training.
• Demonstrate a maintained commitment to child protection training and safeguarding structures within the local area.
• Continuing to develop and update the school curriculum, enabling your lessons to always adapt to needs of individual pupils or classes.

About you

• QTS with specialism or experience in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) (essential).
• Relevant teaching experience in EYFS within a school or early years setting.
• Deep knowledge of EYFS framework, early literacy and numeracy development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, and enthusiastic.
• Strong commitment to continued personal development.

What Can We Offer You?

• Access to a collaborative learning community.
• Reduced class sizes allowing you to focus on teaching and learning.
• Excellent pastoral care and development.

If you’re passionate about education and eager to make a difference, apply today and be part of shaping the leaders of the future.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please fill out ourApplication Form and return this to [e-mail] along with your CV.

We look forward to welcoming you to Cleveland’s Preparatory School!

Cleveland’s Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.