EYFS Class Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Wincanton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking a dedicated Early Years teacher for a highly regarded two-form-entry OFSTED Good School. The successful candidate will inspire pupils, support families, and raise attainment through engaging EYFS provision.

This role is suitable for an ECT and requires a strong sense of teamwork, planning, and reflective practice. The school emphasises safeguarding, equal opportunities, and a collaborative culture, with a focus on consistent progress, play-based assessment, and

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work effectively alongside others to have a significant impact on pupil's attainment.
• Proven highly effective EYFS practice.
• Effective teaching and assessment of phonics to develop early reading.
• Proven ICT skills and Interactive Whiteboard teaching.
• Clear understanding of assessing pupil's progress through play.
• Comprehensive understanding of SEND needs within the mainstream classroom.
• Excellent communication with children, parents and colleagues.
• Ability to build effective relationships with adults and children.
• Work as part of an effective team with humour and dedication.
• Good organisation skills.
• Uses their initiative.

Skills

Teamwork impact

EYFS practice

Phonics teaching

ICT skills

Play-based assessment

SEND understanding

Communication with families

Relationship building

Humour and dedication

Organisation

Initiative

Education

QTS/ECT eligible

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our highly acclaimed, 2 form entry, OFSTED rated ‘Good’ School (March 2025) is looking to appoint a dedicated, resilient, creative and outstanding teacher who can demonstrate a commitment to raising children’s aspirations and attainment through creative and inspiring Early Years provision. We are looking for a teacher whose dedication will motivate and connect with our pupils and families, whilst ensuring progress and ambition are fostered for all learners. Someone who reflects on their practice, as well as their class’, and amends learning to meet the needs presented to them on a daily basis. This post is suitable for an ECT.

We are looking for a teacher who has:

• Proven ability to work effectively alongside others to have a significant impact on pupil's attainment
• Proven highly effective EYFS practice
• Effective teaching and assessment of phonics to develop early reading
• Proven ICT skills and Interactive Whiteboard teaching
• Clear understanding of assessing pupil's progress through play.
• Comprehensive understanding of the needs of pupils with SEND needs within the mainstream classroom
• Excellent communication skills with children, parents and colleagues
• Ability to build effective relationships with adults and children
• Work as part of an effective team with humour and dedication
• Good organisation skills
• Uses their initiative

The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice. Pre-employment and online checks will be undertaken before any post is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

What the school offers its staff

We are proud of our school and all that happens within it. We wish our pupils to achieve greatly and experience learning hands-on and in real contexts. The staff and pupils are dedicated to getting the best out of every experience and through our nurturing and respectful ethos, pupils grow and develop into active and enthusiastic learners.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any post is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Interview date: Tuesday 24 November