EYFS Class Teacher

Trafford Council; Trafford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

St Michael’s CE Primary School in Flixton, Urmston, Manchester, is hiring an EYFS Class Teacher for January 2027 start. The role is 1.0 FTE with salary dependent on MPR/UPR and experience. Applications from Early Career Teachers are warmly welcomed.

The successful candidate will teach in the Early Years Foundation Stage, creating an inclusive, supportive environment where young learners feel safe, confident and ready to learn.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework, early childhood development and how young children learn.
• Ability to plan and deliver purposeful, engaging learning through play and guided activities.
• Creates stimulating indoor and outdoor environments to foster curiosity and independence.
• Places communication and language, early reading and early mathematics at the heart of practice.
• Uses observation and assessment to identify next steps and adapt teaching.
• Has high expectations for every child and supports SEND needs.
• Builds warm, trusting relationships with children and parents/carers.
• Collaborates with colleagues to provide a consistent early years experience.
• Reflective and resilient, keen to develop practice and reflect on impact.
• Models and supports the school’s inclusive Christian ethos.

Responsibilities

• Teach within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Plan and deliver engaging learning experiences through a balance of play and adult-led activities.
• Create stimulating indoor and outdoor environments to support exploration.
• Focus on communication, language, early reading and mathematics development.
• Use observations and assessments to plan next steps for children.
• Build strong relationships with families to support learning at home.
• Work collaboratively with staff to provide consistent EYFS provision.
• Demonstrate reflective practice and resilience in daily duties.

Skills

EYFS framework

Curriculum planning

Play-based learning

Communication & language

Early reading

Early mathematics

Observation & assessment

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Reflection & resilience

School values

Job description

ST. MICHAEL’S C.E. (AIDED) PRIMARY SCHOOL
The Grove
Flixton
Urmston
Manchester
M41 6JB
Head Teacher: Mrs L Perry
Website: www.smpsflixton.co.uk
Email: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone]

EYFS CLASS TEACHER - Start date: January 2027
1.0 FTE Full-time
Salary: MPR/UPR Dependent on experience
Applications from Early Career Teachers are warmly welcomed.

Are you passionate about early years education and giving children the strongest possible start to their school journey?

St Michael’s CE Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, caring and reflective EYFS Class Teacher to join our welcoming and supportive team.

The successful candidate will teach within our Early Years Foundation Stage, creating an inspiring, inclusive environment where our youngest children feel safe, develop confidence and build strong foundations for future learning.

Our Christian vision and motto, “Rooted in Faith, Growing Together,” sit at the heart of school life. We are committed to helping every child and adult flourish academically, personally and spiritually. Our values of Resilience, Courage, Empathy, Kindness, Aspiration and Collaboration shape our relationships, teaching and approach to learning.

We are looking for an EYFS teacher who:

• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS framework, early childhood development and how young children learn.
• Can plan and deliver purposeful, engaging learning through a thoughtful balance of play, adult led teaching and carefully developed continuous provision.
• Creates stimulating indoor and outdoor environments that encourage curiosity, independence, exploration and creativity.
• Places communication and language, early reading and early mathematics at the heart of their practice.
• Uses observation and assessment effectively to identify children’s next steps and adapt teaching and provision.
• Has high expectations for every child and responds sensitively to individual needs, including those of children with SEND.
• Builds warm, trusting relationships with children and works closely with parents and carers to support learning and development.
• Works collaboratively with teachers and support staff to provide a consistent, nurturing early year’s experience.
• Is reflective, resilient and keen to develop their practice.
• Models our school values and actively supports our inclusive Christian ethos.

We offer:

• A warm, welcoming school community where relationships and wellbeing matter.
• Curious, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A dedicated and supportive staff team committed to providing high-quality education.
• Opportunities to contribute to the continuing development of our EYFS provision.
• Professional development tailored to your experience and career aspirations.
• Support and mentoring for an Early Career Teacher.
• Strong partnerships with families, our local church and the wider community.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. We would love you to meet our team and see our school in action.

St Michael’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and all other required pre-employment checks.

Closing date - Friday 27 November 2026 at 12.30 pm
Interview date - Thursday 3 December 2026