EYFS Lead and Class teacher

Durham County Council; North East; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate EYFS Lead and Class Teacher to join their vibrant primary school. This role offers the chance to lead Early Years education, ensuring high standards of teaching and fostering a supportive environment for both students and staff. The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated team, committed to the values of inclusivity and community engagement. If you are an enthusiastic educator with a creative approach and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a thriving school community. Join us in shaping the future of our young learners!

Qualifications

• Must hold a full and relevant Early Years qualification.
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and teach EYFS with high expectations for achievement.
• Foster positive relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Early Years Practitioner

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Knowledge

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Early Years Qualification

Job description

EYFS Lead and Class Teacher
MPS/UPS with TLR2a
£31,650 - £49,084 + £3,391
Full Time
Permanent
Required from 1st September 2025

Roseberry Primary and Nursery School is seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic and creative teacher with EYFS experience to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to join an inclusive, thriving primary school at the heart of the local community.

The successful candidate will:

1. Be an outstanding Early Years practitioner
2. Have secure subject and EYFS curriculum knowledge
3. Have highly effective teaching skills
4. Have high expectations of children’s achievement and behaviour
5. Demonstrate flexibility and enthusiasm
6. Demonstrate a commitment to our school values
7. Be able to work as part of a team and foster positive relationships with staff, pupils, parents and governors
8. Be prepared to make a valuable contribution to Roseberry and ‘go the extra mile’

We offer a friendly, welcoming and dedicated staff team with enthusiastic pupils and a supportive school community.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and will take place on the following dates:
Friday 11th April 2.30pm
Tuesday 6th May at 3.45pm
Please contact school to organise your visit.

Applicants must hold a qualification that meets the approved ‘full and relevant’ criteria for Early Years qualifications and inclusion in staffing ratios. The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Closing date: Friday 9th May
Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 14th May
Interview date: Provisionally booked for Tuesday 20th May

Roseberry Primary and Nursery School
Newfield,
Chester-le-Street,
Durham,
DH2 1NP

Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: peltonroseberry.durham.sch.uk