Early Years Teacher

Academics; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Flexible hours

Face to face registrations

Dedicated consultant

Long-term and perm opportunities

Access to training opportunities

Job summary

Academics is recruiting an Early Years Teacher to join a Wakefield-based primary school on a temporary supply basis. You will deliver high-quality EYFS education, fostering a safe, inclusive environment where every child can flourish.

The ideal candidate holds EYTS or QTS with EYFS experience, demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork, and is committed to safeguarding and reflective practice. DBS updated, right to work in the UK, and two references are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork required.
• Experience delivering EYFS education and safeguarding principles.
• Ability to observe, assess and track child progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver EYFS-focused activities following EYFS framework.
• Support children's social, emotional, and academic development.
• Carry out observations and record progress.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Follow safeguarding policies at all times.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Child-centered approach

Observation & assessment

Education

EYTS or QTS with EYFS experience

Job description

Early Years Teacher

Location: Wakefield

Contract: Temporary (Supply through Academics)

Salary: £160 - £225 per day

Start Date: September 2026

The Role

We are working in partnership with a welcoming primary school setting to recruit a dedicated Early Years Teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate professional to support children's early development in a nurturing and engaging environment.

As an Early Years Teacher you will be responsible for delivering high - quality early years education in line with the EYFS framework, creating asafe, stimulating and inclusive learning space where every child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, play - based learning activities in line with EYFS
• Support children's social, emotional and academic development
• Carry out observations, assessments and record progress
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Follow safeguarding and setting plicies at all times

The Ideal Candidate

• Hold EYTS or QTS with EYFS experience
• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum
• Is enthusiastic , patient and child - centred
• Can work effectively as part of a team
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Requirements for an Early Years Teacher

• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)
• Right to work in the UKRecent experience working within an early years setting
• Two professional references (Teaching references)

What Academics can offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexbile hours
• Face to face registrations
• A dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long - term and perm roles
• Access to training opportunities