EYFS Class Teacher – West Dorset

Supply Tree; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Tree Recruitment Ltd is seeking an EYFS Class Teacher in West Dorset for a full-time temporary role, initially for half a term until Christmas. Start as soon as possible with a finish date of 18th December 2026.

The successful candidate will have QTS and EYFS experience, with a focus on inspiring young minds and fostering a love of learning. This position emphasizes safeguarding, strong parent communication, and a supportive, collaborative school community.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Early Years education.
• Strong knowledge base in child development and EYFS teaching practices.
• Excellent communication skills for fostering partnerships with parents and colleagues.
• A creative mindset to bring engaging and dynamic learning experiences to the classroom.
• An approachable and friendly demeanour, ensuring a supportive environment for all students.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• This role is suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with EYFS experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality EYFS lessons and support a nurturing classroom environment.
• Foster strong partnerships with parents and colleagues to support pupil progress.
• Implement engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for early years learners.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare policies are followed and uphold a positive learning culture.

Skills

EYFS experience

Strong communication

Creative classroom

Approachable demeanour

Education

QTS

Job description

Early Years Class Full Teacher

Supply Tree Recruitment Ltd is seeking a passionate and dedicated EYFS Class Teacher to join a welcoming school community in West Dorset. This is a full time temporary position and is ideal for educators who are committed to inspiring young minds and fostering a love of learning in the early years, initially for half a term until Christmas.

DorsetWest Dorset

Start: As soon as possible

Finish: Friday 18th December 2026

We Are Looking For

• Extensive experience in Early Years education.
• Strong knowledge base in child development and Early Years teaching practices.
• Excellent communication skills for fostering partnerships with parents and colleagues.
• A creative mindset to bring engaging and dynamic learning experiences to the classroom.
• An approachable and friendly demeanour, ensuring a supportive environment for all students.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• This role is suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with EYFS experience.
• Join a kind, caring, and supportive team that values your contribution and expertise.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. A Safeguarding and Child Protection policy together with a Diversity and Equality Policy is provided to every member of staff.

An enhanced DBS Disclosure is a mandatory requirement.

Keeping Children Safe in Education

Supply Tree will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. All aspects of social media and internet searches will be conducted. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

Diversity and Equality

Supply Tree values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.