EYFS Class Teacher

Hillcroft School; Tandridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hillcroft Primary School in Caterham is seeking a dedicated EYFS Teacher to support our youngest learners as they begin their educational journey. You will create engaging, nurturing environments that spark curiosity and foster independence, while delivering high-quality teaching that drives progress.

We value collaboration and professional growth within the GLF Schools Trust, offering a supportive team, flexible arrangements where possible, and opportunities to contribute to ongoing development

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Proven track record of delivering good or outstanding EYFS practice.
• Strong assessment and use of data to drive pupil progress.
• High expectations and commitment to excellent outcomes for every child.

Responsibilities

• Create an inspiring and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive.
• Deliver high-quality teaching that ignites curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
• Support every child to make exceptional progress across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Foster personal, social, and emotional development, helping children grow in confidence and independence.
• Build strong partnerships with families to ensure each child receives needed support.
• Collaborate with a friendly team to enhance the Early Years provision and school community.

Skills

Excellent communication

EYFS knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

QTS

Job description

# EYFS Class TeacherEmployer: Hillcroft Primary SchoolLocation: Caterham, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: GLF MPR 1 to MPR 3Posted: 6th November 2026Expires: 22nd November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 1st January 2027Job ID: 1583137Job Reference: HIL015* Share :* Print**Ready to Inspire a Love of Learning from Day One?**We are looking for an exceptional EYFS Teacher to join our warm, ambitious, and nurturing team, helping our youngest learners take their very first steps on an exciting educational journey.If you're a passionate practitioner who can spark curiosity, build confidence, and create unforgettable learning experiences, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.This is more than just a teaching role. It's a chance to make a lasting impact at a crucial stage in a child's development while working within a supportive school community that values creativity, collaboration, and professional growth.**As our EYFS Teacher, you will:*** Create an inspiring and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive* Deliver high-quality teaching that ignites curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning* Support every child to make exceptional progress across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage* Foster children's personal, social, and emotional development, helping them grow in confidence and independence* Build strong partnerships with families, ensuring every child receives the support they need to flourish* Work collaboratively with a dedicated and friendly team committed to achieving the very best for children* Contribute to the ongoing development and success of our Early Years provision and wider school community**What we're looking for:*** Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)* A proven track record of delivering good or outstanding practice within EYFS* Strong understanding of assessment and the ability to use data effectively to drive pupil progress* A commitment to high expectations and achieving excellent outcomes for every child* Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and colleagues* A positive, resilient, and reflective approach to teaching and professional development* A genuine passion for Early Years education and helping children reach their full potential*Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.***About Hillcroft Primary School**Hillcroft is a happy, vibrant and forwardthinking school, our excellent staff team are committed and dedicated inensuring that each and every child is nurtured to achieve their personal best.We have high standards and expect the best. As part of the Chalklands Cluster,comprising of four GLF schools within the area, we have a collaborativeapproach towards working which means the schools work closely together toprovide an exceptional educational experience to the local communities. Theschools benefit from being able to share resources and support each other whereneeded. It will also allow for more opportunities for career progression acrossthe cluster and give you the chance to enhance your professional development.**Join the GLF Schools Community**As a part of GLF Schools, you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.* A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils* Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness* 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England* We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity* Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education**GLF Schools Employment Offer**GLF Schools has a generous employment offer,which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish* Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme* Flexible working options* Generous holiday allowance* Work life and family friendly policies* Employee wellbeing initiatives* Career pathways and talent management* Access to a staff benefits portal* Community and collaboration working modelPlease read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.**The Details**Start Date: January 2027Pay Scale: GLF MPR 1 to MPR 3Contract type: Permanent - Can consider full time or part time (please confirm your preference in your supporting statement)Closing Date: 22nd Nov 2026Interview date**:** TBA### AttachmentsJoin Our Community - Teaching 2025 - 26EYFS Teacher - JD 2026EYFS Teacher - PS 2026### Safeguarding Statement:GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.