EYFS Class Teacher

Meadowbrook Primary; West of England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Flexible and Family Friendly policies

Annual pay progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free onsite parking

Coaching/Counselling services

Employee Assistance Programme

Bristol Zoo Project at reduced rates

Job summary

Meadowbrook Primary School in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, invites applications for a Class Teacher (EYFS) to join our Reception team from January 2027. The role is full-time and permanent, supporting high-quality early years education for our learners.

The post requires a strong commitment to safeguarding, collaboration with the Olympus Academy Trust, and engaging families in children’s progress. We seek an enthusiastic professional with EYFS expertise, a calm, consistent approach, and the

Qualifications

• Experience in EYFS / reception.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience working with schools and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in EYFS to ensure early learning goals are met.
• Foster a warm, supportive environment and build good relationships with children and parents.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the school and Trust to raise standards.

Skills

EYFS experience

QTS

Reception experience

Job description

# EYFS Class TeacherEmployer: Meadowbrook Primary SchoolLocation: Bristol, South GloucestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: MPS1 to UPS6Posted: 6th November 2026Expires: 25th November 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: 1st January 2027Job ID: 1582972* Share :* Print**Meadowbrook Primary School****Class Teacher (EYFS)****Full Time, Permanent****Pay Scale: MPS1 (£32,916) to UPS6 (£51,048) per annum**We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and committed Class Teacher to join our team at Meadowbrook Primary School in Reception, starting January 2027. This role is full time, working 32.5 hours per week, and is offered on a permanent basis.We are looking for individuals who are truly passionate about teaching, who lead by example in adopting effective teaching practices and who will share the Trust’s priority to deliver exceptional levels of care for all our children.We are looking for a talented candidate who:• Has experience within EYFS / reception.• Has high expectations of children both academically and socially.• Works closely with colleagues across the school, the Olympus Academy Trust and from external agencies.• Shows enthusiasm, dedication and an excellent rapport with both children and staff.• Has a calm and consistent approach to working with the children.• Has good communication skills with colleagues, children and parents.• Are highly dedicated to the role, motivated and well organised.• Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.**Our Philosophy as an Employer**Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.**Benefits**• Pension Scheme• Flexible and Family Friendly policies• Annual pay progression opportunities• Cycle to Work Scheme• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo Project at reduced rates• Free onsite parking• Coaching/Counselling services• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme• Employee Assistance Programme**Closing date:** Wednesday, 25th November at 9:00am**Date of Interviews:** TBCWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.***Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Applications****We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of safer recruitment, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people.**Our recruitment processes are designed to assess personal suitability, integrity, and safeguarding understanding. Any inconsistencies between application information, references, and interview responses may be explored further. Providing misleading or misrepresented information may result in an application being withdrawn or an offer of employment being rescinded.**The Olympus Academy Trust – Meadowbrook Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people’s welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage.**We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.**We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.*### AttachmentsOAT Welcome PackSEND - Code of PracticeClass Teacher (Primary) - JD & Person Spec### Safeguarding Statement:Meadowbrook Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.