Early Years Teacher

The Kemnal Academies Trust; Heybridge; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card Access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Generous Pension

Flexible Working

Job summary

We are seeking an EYFS Teacher at Kemnal Academies Trust to shape the very first chapters of a child’s school story. You will support play-based learning, build language and confidence, and plan engaging experiences both indoors and outdoors.

Holders of Qualified Teacher Status with EYFS experience are encouraged to apply. The role offers flexible working options, a generous pension, and a welcoming, collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status and has experience of working in an EYFS setting.
• Has a sound understanding of the EYFS framework, the EYFS curriculum and play-based learning.
• Plans and delivers an inspiring, broad and balanced curriculum, motivating children's learning through experience and interests, indoors and outdoors.
• Develops children's personal, social, language, mathematical and creative skills through stories, songs, games and imaginative play.
• Builds warm, effective relationships with children, and provides pastoral care in a safe, secure environment.
• Adapts teaching to meet pupils' needs and works collaboratively with the EYFS Lead and wider EYFS team.
• Brings high expectations, a positive outlook, flexibility, and a joy for teaching young children.

Responsibilities

• Write the very first chapter of a child's school story: stories, songs, number games and imaginative play.
• Deliver continuous provision that is rich, indoors and outdoors; maintain high expectations.
• Create a classroom where every child is known, valued and ready to be amazed.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support strong early foundations and a positive work-life balance.
• Contribute to an environment that embraces flexibility, inclusivity and professional growth.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

EYFS experience

Play-based learning

Curriculum planning

Pastoral care

Job description

Career Pathways: Receive encouragement and support to grow your skills, with clear routes toward EYFS leadership, senior leadership, and wider trust roles, and support for further qualifications and professional development if desired.

24/7 Confidential Counselling: Free, round-the-clock support for you and your eligible immediate family members.

Family-Friendly Policies: Dedicated leave policies and flexible working options to support you through every stage of life.

Holds Qualified Teacher Status and has experience of working in an EYFS setting.

Has a sound understanding of the EYFS framework, the EYFS curriculum and play-based learning.

Plans and delivers an inspiring, broad and balanced curriculum, motivating children's learning through experience and interests, indoors and outdoors.

Develops children's personal, social, language, mathematical and creative skills through stories, songs, games and imaginative play.

Builds warm, effective relationships with children, and provides pastoral care in a safe, secure environment.

Adapts teaching to meet pupils' needs and works collaboratively with the EYFS Lead and wider EYFS team.

Brings high expectations, a positive outlook, flexibility, and a joy for teaching young children.

We believe that in education, people matter most. Investing in your wellbeing and professional growth isn't just a perk, it's our priority. As part of Kemnal Academies Trust, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your career and your lifestyle:

Exceptional development: Access high-quality development and training opportunities tailored to your role., Kemnal Academies Trust is a group of schools with ambition for every child and pride in the communities we serve. We provide a broad and rich education that opens doors. Working together, we give every pupil the support and the skills they need to build a life of purpose, agency, and contribution.

Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership, and learning for all. Our leaders focus on pupil progress and attainment, regularly sharing knowledge, insight, and experience across our family of schools. We believe passionately in the power of collaborative working and actively promote school-to-school support because when we work together, every child benefits.

A Culture of Belonging: Equity, Inclusion & Diversity

Belonging is of utmost importance to us. We strive to create an atmosphere where everyone feels welcomed and respected, where expectations are high, and genuine support is provided. Here, colleagues are trusted to lead, contribute, and grow in alignment with our mission. At Kemnal Academies Trust, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we know diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Flexible Working - Kemnal Academies Trust recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career while balancing their commitments and interests outside of work. We actively promote flexible working practices and opportunities to support a positive work-life balance.

Salary - MPS1 to MPS6 - £32,916 to £45,352,Hours - 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

(Y)Our Opportunity

Somewhere in one of our Reception classrooms today, a four-year-old is about to say a sentence they have never said before. Imagine being there for it.

As an EYFS Teacher at Kemnal, you will write the very first chapter of a child's school story: stories, songs, number games and imaginative play, building language and confidence in equal measure. Your continuous provision will be rich, indoors and out. Your expectations will be high. And your classroom will be a place where every child is known, valued, and ready to be amazed.

We are looking for a teacher who is as happy on the carpet as at the planning table, and who believes that strong early foundations open doors for life., Supportive Environment: Work within a forward-thinking culture that actively champions your work-life balance.

Blue Light Card Access: Eligible to apply for the UK's premier discount scheme, unlocking savings across shopping, dining, travel, and entertainment.

Cycle to Work Scheme: Spread the cost of a new bike and equipment for a healthier, more affordable commute.

Generous Pension: Secure your long-term future with substantial employer pension contributions., We have a bright modern building, which is well equipped and is set within unusually generous grounds with playing fields and gardens. We are acknowledged as a friendly school within our local community and benefit from easy access to local amenities.

In December 2012 we converted to Academy status and became part of the highly prestigious Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT). The School shares good links with other primary and secondary schools in the Maldon area, so can provide wider learning experiences and networking opportunities with our neighbours and also schools within the TKAT family.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.