EYFS/KS1 Class Teacher - Elmtree Infant & Nursery School

Buckinghamshire Council; Chesham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated EYFS/KS1 Class Teacher to join their nurturing and inclusive team. This full-time role offers the chance to inspire young learners in a supportive environment, focusing on pupil-centered teaching and fostering confidence and independence. With a commitment to professional development and a caring atmosphere, this position is perfect for passionate educators looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children. The role starts in September 2025, and interviews will take place in May 2025, making this an exciting opportunity to advance your teaching career.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in EYFS or Key Stage 1 teaching is essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Foster confidence, independence, and self-esteem in pupils.
• Deliver engaging and effective lessons in EYFS/KS1.

Skills

EYFS experience

Key Stage 1 experience

Pupil-centered teaching

Understanding of educational issues

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Education

Job description

EYFS/KS1 Class Teacher - Elmtree Infant & Nursery School

Location: Chesham

Ideally, the successful candidate should have either EYFS or Key Stage 1 experience.

This post is starting in September 2025.

Term time only: Yes

Salary Type: MPS

Salary details: Main Pay 1 - 6

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 32.5 hours per week

Interviews to be held: w/c 19th May 2025

About us

At Elmtree, we pride ourselves on being a caring and happy place of learning where all children feel safe and secure. We are an inclusive school committed to giving every child a memorable and exciting start to their lifelong learning journey.

We offer:

• a happy and nurturing environment
• enthusiastic children
• a supportive team of teachers and governors dedicated to your professional development

We are part of the ODBST Multi Academy Trust, which provides opportunities for CPD training, networking, in-house support, and career development. Employee benefits include an Employee Assistance Programme offering support such as GP appointments and well-being provisions.

See detailed job application information at this link.

We seek an experienced EYFS or KS1 teacher passionate about education, with a focus on pupil-centered teaching. You should have a good understanding of current educational issues and the ability to foster confidence, independence, and self-esteem in pupils. Please refer to the Person Specification for more details.

Other information

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or learn more about the role, please contact our school office.

Elmtree School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. All positions involving regulated activity are subject to vetting procedures and a satisfactory DBS Enhanced check. The ODBST is an Equal Opportunities employer.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must declare:

• All unspent cautions and convictions
• All adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).

It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Shortlisted applicants will need to complete and return a self-disclosure form prior to interview.