Early Years Teacher: Creative Play, Wellbeing & Enrichment

The Methodist Church in Britain; Penzance; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continued professional development

Family friendly policies

Access to Local Government PensionSche

Job summary

Newlyn School is seeking an Early Years Teacher to start January 2027. The role focuses on the wellbeing, development and achievement of children, balancing purposeful play with ambitious progress targets.

The coastal setting informs Forest School and Beach School activities, with a strong emphasis on personalised support and community engagement. The successful applicant will plan and deliver creative Early Years learning, work with families and external agencies, and contribute to clubs and

Qualifications

• Experience with high-quality Early Years pedagogy and child development
• Creative and inclusive teaching approach
• Ability to set high expectations and respond to individual needs
• Reflective practice and commitment to professional development
• Strong collaboration with families and external agencies

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver inclusive Early Years learning that sparks curiosity
• Use purposeful play alongside high expectations for learning and progress
• Keep children’s wellbeing, development and achievement at the centre of practice
• Adapt provision so every child can thrive, including those with additional needs
• Build strong relationships with children and families and work with colleagues and external agencies
• Teach indoors and outdoors to enrich the school curriculum and contribute to enrichment activities

Job description

Newlyn School is seeking an Early Years Teacher to start January 2027. The role focuses on the wellbeing, development and achievement of children, balancing purposeful play with ambitious progress targets.

The coastal setting informs Forest School and Beach School activities, with a strong emphasis on personalised support and community engagement. The successful applicant will plan and deliver creative Early Years learning, work with families and external agencies, and contribute to clubs and