EYFS Teacher

Supply Desk; Bledlow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend £150

Flexible working

Training & development

Job summary

Supply Desk is recruiting an EYFS Teacher for a welcoming primary school in Bledlow. You will support early development and wellbeing through play-based learning, nurturing confident communicators and social learners.

The role focuses on applying the EYFS framework with engaging activities and sensitive observations. The successful candidate will work with teaching assistants and parents, ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed and contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences.
• Nurturing, patient, child-centred approach to teaching.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative, and age-appropriate learning experiences in line with EYFS.
• Create a safe, nurturing classroom environment that encourages curiosity and independence.
• Support children’s development across language, literacy, numeracy and personal, social, and emotional development.
• Use observations and assessments to monitor progress and identify areas for support.
• Provide a range of play-based learning opportunities that meet individual needs and interests.
• Promote positive behaviour and strong social and emotional skills.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, colleagues, and parents to support learning and wellbeing.
• Support children’s transition into school and next stage of learning.
• Ensure safeguarding policies are followed at all times.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Play-based learning

Child development

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Job description

EYFS Teacher

Location: Bledlow

Contract: Full-time

Salary: MPS / UPS

Start Date: October 2026

Application Closing date: 20th August 2026

About the Role

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teacher looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a passionate EYFS Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive primary school, where you will play a key role in supporting young children’s early development, learning, and wellbeing. The successful candidate will create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment, helping children to develop their confidence, independence, communication, and social skills through engaging and play-based learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative, and age-appropriate learning experiences in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages curiosity, exploration, confidence, and independence.
• Support children’s development across all areas of learning, including communication and language, physical development, literacy, mathematics, and personal, social, and emotional development.
• Use observations and assessments to monitor children’s progress and identify areas for further support and development.
• Provide a range of engaging, play-based learning opportunities that support children’s individual needs, interests, and stages of development.
• Promote positive behaviour and support children in developing strong social and emotional skills.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues, parents, and the wider school team to support children’s learning and wellbeing.
• Support children’s transition into school and help them develop the skills needed for their next stage of learning.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, creative, and play-based learning experiences.
• A nurturing, patient, and child-centred approach to teaching.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and the importance of supporting children’s individual needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What We Offer

• Flexible working to suit your availability.
• Dedicated education consultants who understand your career goals.
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and must be willing to comply with all safeguarding requirements.