EYFS Teacher

Supply Desk Ltd; Warnham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Two-term teaching placement

Part-time pattern across three days

Competitive daily pay

Support from recruitment consultant

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd in Horsham is seeking an EYFS Teacher for a part-time, long-term role starting January 2027, for two terms. The position is Monday mornings, Tuesday and Wednesday all day, with Wednesday PM allocated to PPA and after-school staff meeting attendance.

The ideal candidate holds QTS or an equivalent qualification, has EYFS/Reception experience, and can deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning while tracking progress and supporting families. Commitment through July 2027 is required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is required.
• Experience teaching within EYFS or Reception is required.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework and development milestones is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate learning experiences in line with EYFS.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress to support individual learning journeys.
• Create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Attend Wednesday after-school staff meetings.
• Support parents' evenings in the spring term and write end-of-year reports for part of the class in the summer term.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Clear communication with parents

Team collaboration

Education

QTS or equivalent

EYFS/Reception experience

Job description

EYFS Teacher - Horsham

Start Date: January 2027

Contract Type: Part-Time, Long-Term (Two Terms)

Working Pattern: Monday mornings, Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Duration: January to July 2027

Pay Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

Supply Desk is working with a welcoming primary school near Horsham to recruit a dedicated EYFS Teacher for a part-time, long-term position starting in January 2027 and continuing for two terms.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Early Years practitioner to join a supportive school and help young learners develop the confidence, curiosity and foundational skills they need to thrive.

The successful candidate will work on Monday mornings, all day Tuesday and all day Wednesday. Wednesday afternoons will be allocated to PPA, with attendance at the staff meeting after school also required.

The school is looking for someone who can commit to the full two-term placement and contribute to the wider responsibilities of the teaching role, including parents' evening during the spring term and writing reports for half of the class in the summer term.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences in line with the EYFS framework.
• Support children's early development across communication, language, physical development, literacy, mathematics and personal, social and emotional development.
• Create a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress to support their individual learning journeys.
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Attend the Wednesday after-school staff meeting.
• Participate in parents' evening during the spring term.
• Complete end-of-year reports for half of the class during the summer term.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching within EYFS or Reception.
• Has a strong understanding of early childhood development and the EYFS framework.
• Can create engaging learning opportunities that support children's development.
• Is warm, patient, organised and committed to helping every child succeed.
• Is happy to take on the wider responsibilities associated with the role.
• Can commit to the agreed working pattern from January through to July 2027.

Why Work with Supply Desk?

• A consistent, two-term teaching placement.
• A part-time working pattern across three days.
• Competitive daily pay, dependent on experience.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference during a crucial stage of children's education.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures