EYFS Class Teacher

Meadowdale Primary School; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on site

Wellbeing services

Teachers pension scheme

Staff development opportunities

Bike to work scheme

Job summary

Learn Academies Trust in Market Harborough is seeking a part-time teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover (0.8 FTE). The role runs for 52 weeks with Monday to Thursday pattern and a salary of £31,916 to £45,352 (FTE).

Experience in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is essential. You will deliver a broad, balanced curriculum, monitor pupil progress, plan lessons, and contribute to school development while safeguarding pupils at all times.

Qualifications

• QTS in the UK (or equivalent certification).
• Enhanced DBS check for safeguarding children.
• Evidence of further professional development.

Responsibilities

• To implement and deliver a broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils and support a designated curriculum area.
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of pupils as a teacher.
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which enables pupils to reach their potential.
• To contribute to raising standards of pupil attainment.
• To support planning and whole school development and timetabling.
• To plan and prepare lessons and contribute to school planning activities.
• To promote safeguarding of pupils and act in loco parentis.

Skills

QTS

First aid training

Professional development

Education

B.Ed / PGCE

Degree in Education

Job description

Part time, fixed term for the duration of a maternity leave.

M1 to M6, 0.8 FTE , 52 weeks a year.

Salary: £31,916 to 45,352 (FTE)

Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday

Previous experience working within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is essential for this role.

As a teacher, you’ll play a vital part in shaping the future by inspiring and guiding students every day. This role is all about creating a positive learning environment where curiosity thrives and knowledge grows. You’ll have the opportunity to bring lessons to life, support individual development, and make a lasting impact on young minds. If you’re passionate about education and want to help students reach their full potential, this is the perfect role for you.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• A driven and enthusiastic Teacher
• A passion for improving the educational experience of all pupils
• A collaborative approach, ready to work as part of a supportive team
• An individual with a clear commitment to professional development and learning.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of pupils as a teacher.
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides pupils with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
• To contribute to raising standards of pupil attainment.
• To share and support the schools' responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal growth and enjoyment.
• To assist in the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies and teaching strategies in the Curriculum Area and Department.
• To contribute to the achievement of the school’s development plan and its implementation.
• To plan and prepare lessons.
• To contribute to the whole school’s planning activities.
• Consider promoting and safeguarding pupils’ welfare as paramount, and action in accordance with the responsibility ‘in loco parentis’.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK (or equivalent certification in other countries). (E)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education (B.Ed) or equivalent teaching qualification. Alternatively, a degree in a relevant subject plus a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). (E)
• Enhanced DBS check (in the UK) for safeguarding children. (E)
• Evidence of participation in further professional development or study (D)
• Basic first aid training (D)

Safeguarding and recruitment:

Our Schools/Trust and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. For all short-listed candidates, references will be requested in advance of the interview, and an online search will be carried out. The successful applicant will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure, proof of ID, social media checks, medical clearance, and checks regarding the right to work in the UK.

Why join us:

• Welcoming, inclusive workplace.
• Opportunities for growth and career progression in a Trust that invests in its people.
• A supportive environment for your professional development.
• Staff well-being offering.
• Bike to work scheme.

Benefits:

• Free parking on site.
• Access to wellbeing services.
• An excellent teachers pension scheme
• Staff development opportunities

Learn Academies Trust is a Disability Confident employer and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and candidates with a disability who meet the essential job criteria will be given an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.

Learn Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and creating a truly inclusive Trust. We are determined to ensure all our stakeholders flourish and thrive. We aim to foster a culture where all are valued and respected. We acknowledge and celebrate all protected characteristics. We endeavour to remove all barriers to learning and participation. Our ED&I Policy and objectives are integral to all that we do.

Our vision for ED&I is simple: we aim to create an environment where everyone has a seat at the table, where everyone has a voice and where everyone belongs. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced level DBS disclosure with a children’s barred list check, two satisfactory references (these will be requested if you are shortlisted) and successful completion of vetting.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy if organisational priorities change.