EYFS Classroom Teacher (Maternity Cover) at Wareham St Mary CE Primary School

Dorset Council UK; Wareham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a small, welcoming Church of England school as an EYFS Classroom Teacher on maternity cover. Located in beautiful Wareham, this role offers a vibrant environment where your contributions to early years education will be valued. Embrace the opportunity to nurture confident and curious children while being part of a dedicated team committed to a strong Christian ethos.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Strong community links

Supportive and friendly team environment

Qualifications

• Experienced EYFS teacher with a passion for early years education.
• Strong commitment to nurturing children's well-being.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing and supportive classroom environment.
• Implement the curriculum to foster children's creativity and learning.
• Engage with parents and the community to support children's development.

Skills

Creativity

Commitment to early years education

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

EYFS Classroom Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Wareham St Mary CE Primary School & Pre-School

Salary: £31,650 to £49,084 plus consideration of recruitment and retention allowance

Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday

Start date: 1 September 2025, Fixed Term until August 2026

"As children of God, we are nurturing, responsible and courageous."

We warmly invite you to join our close-knit school community at Wareham St Mary CE Primary School, a small and welcoming Church of England school nestled on the edge of the breath-taking Jurassic Coast.

Rooted in our Christian vision and values, we are proud to nurture children who are kind, confident, and curious, ready to embrace the world with courage and compassion. Our inclusive and inspiring curriculum encourages every child to reach their full potential, persevere through challenges, and take pride in their achievements.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate EYFS teacher to join our dedicated and friendly team on a maternity cover basis. You will be working in a vibrant, supportive environment where your creativity and commitment to early years education will be truly valued.

Why join us?

• A nurturing school community where children’s well-being and progress come first
• A ‘Good’ Ofsted and SIAMS-rated school with a strong Christian ethos
• A beautiful location in the heart of Wareham, with strong community links
• Part of the Coastal Learning Partnership, a collaborative Trust of 20 schools
• Opportunities for professional growth and future roles within the Trust