EYFS Lead and Reception & KS1 Teacher

Woolmer Hill School; Longford CP; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Woolmer Hill School in the United Kingdom is seeking a confident, enthusiastic teacher to cover EYFS and Year 1. You will be supported full-time by a teaching and learning assistant, with a fixed-term contract until August 2027 and potential for permanence from September 2027.

The role emphasizes strong child development understanding, effective pedagogy, and a commitment to providing an excellent start to children's learning. Flexibility may apply for the right candidate; ECTs are not suitable.

Qualifications

• Confident and enthusiastic about teaching across the EYFS and Year 1 curriculum.
• Strong understanding of child development and effective pedagogy.
• Ability to lead EYFS and drive high standards in teaching and provision.
• Commitment to CPD and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach across EYFS and Year 1, adapting to children's development stages.
• Lead EYFS initiatives and support high teaching standards.
• Collaborate with teaching assistant to support learners and families.
• Contribute to a nurturing, inclusive school community.

Skills

EYFS teaching

KS1 teaching

Child development

Pedagogy

Team collaboration

Job description

• Confident and enthusiastic about teaching across the EYFS and Year 1 curriculum, adapting teaching to meet the needs of children at different stages of development.
• An excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of child development and effective pedagogy at both EYFS & KS1.
• Passionate about early years education and committed to providing the very best start to children's learning journey.
• Experienced, or aspiring, in leading EYFS and driving high standards of teaching, learning and provision.
• Reflective, resilient and committed to continuous professional development.
• Able to work as part of a small team, building supportive relationships with children, families, colleagues and the wider community.
• Able to inspire, motivate and support others through effective leadership and teamwork.
• Committed to promoting and supporting the nurturing ethos and values of our school.
• Committed to developing a love of learning for all children, while promoting an inclusive environment in which every child feels valued and supported.

You will be supported, full-time, by a teaching and learning assistant.

Due to the circumstances, it is a fixed term post until August 2027. However, for the right leader, there is the potential for this to be made permanent from September 2027. Whilst the role is advertised as full‑time, there is the potential for some flexibility, should we find the right candidate. This post is not suitable for ECTs.