Early Years Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A school in Birkenhead is looking for an Early Years Teacher to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will plan and deliver engaging lessons, create a nurturing classroom environment, and support children's learning and development. Applicants should have qualified teacher status and experience in early years education, alongside a strong understanding of safeguarding. This full-time position offers competitive pay and the chance to work in an inclusive and supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive pay reflective of experience

Access to CPD training

Ongoing support from a recruitment consultant

Opportunity for Paediatric First Aid qualification

Qualifications

• Experience teaching within the EYFS.
• Registered Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons for Nursery or Reception pupils.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress regularly.

Skills

Effective communication

Time-management

Strong understanding of early learning principles

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Role: Early Years Teacher

Location: Birkenhead (CH41)

Start Date: 23rd February 2026

Contract: Full-time

Rate of Pay: From £125 to £232.56 per day

About the role

At Teaching Personnel, we are pleased to be partnering with an inclusive and welcoming primary school in Birkenhead that is seeking to appoint a new Early Years Teacher. This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone who is ready to embrace a fresh challenge and is passionate about making a positive, lasting impact on young children’s learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age‑appropriate lessons for Nursery or Reception pupils, in line with both school expectations and the National Curriculum.
• Create a warm, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment that supports each child’s personal, social, and emotional development.
• Provide constructive, accurate feedback to colleagues to support ongoing professional development and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Build strong working relationships by liaising confidently and professionally with parents, carers, and external agencies.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress regularly, identify individual learning needs, and implement targeted strategies to help every child achieve their early learning goals.

About the school

• Rated Good by Ofsted in all areas.
• Educates children aged 2 to 11 and includes Nursery provision.
• Led by a dedicated headteacher, supported by a committed and nurturing staff team.
• Aims to provide an inclusive, caring, and supportive environment where every child is valued, respected, and celebrated.
• Mission-driven school culture centred around creativity, teamwork, perseverance, and developing children into confident, compassionate individuals.
• Offers a range of wraparound care, wider curriculum opportunities, and extra‑curricular experiences designed to help pupils grow academically, socially, and spiritually.
• A welcoming, joyful, and community‑focused school, promoting safety, wellbeing, and high aspirations for all children.

What we would want from you

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
• Experience teaching within the EYFS, with a strong understanding of early learning principles.
• Effective communication and strong time‑management skills.
• A clear and confident understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment.

Why choose Teaching Personnel

• Competitive weekly pay, reflective of your experience and responsibilities.
• Access to bespoke, accredited CPD training designed to support and enhance your professional development.
• Opportunity to complete a Paediatric First Aid qualification.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant, available whenever you need guidance.
• The chance to work within a warm, supportive, and welcoming school environment that values its staff.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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