EYFS Teacher - St Francis of Assisi Church of England Primary School (Dales Academy Trust)

Stockton Academy Vacancies; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution seeks a passionate part-time EYFS Teacher to join their team starting in January 2026. This role involves fostering a supportive learning environment for nursery classes and requires experience in EYFS education. The successful candidate will benefit from a strong support network and professional development opportunities. Closing date for applications is October 6th, 2025.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Commitment to professional development

Enthusiastic children

Qualifications

• Must have experience teaching in EYFS settings.
• Ability to deliver an inspiring EYFS curriculum.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Imaginatively interact and challenge pupils through play-based learning.
• Contribute to the ethos of a Church of England Primary School.
• Work closely with a supportive team.

Skills

Imaginative and committed

Passionate about EYFS education

Experience in EYFS curriculum

Ability to foster inclusive environments

Build positive relationships with families

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

St Francis of Assisi Church of England Primary School

EYFS Teacher (Nursery for the remainder of this academic year)

Main Scale (M1-6) – Permanent Contract

Required for January 2026, the school wishes to appoint a suitably qualified and innovative teacher to join our vibrant, creative and inclusive school. The post is a part-time (0.55) position initially for our Nursery beginning of the week class until the end of the academic year and will be subject to change in the future. Further details will be provided for the successful applicant on appointment.

At our school, we strive to ensure that pupils at St Francis of Assisi C of E Primary School are happy and confident individuals who demonstrate the Christian Values during their time in school and within the community. We create a safe and secure, encouraging Christian environment and have high hopes so that children and adults can aspire to greater heights and continue to flourish beyond our school. We have a positive and fulfilling partnership with children, parents, teachers and all others working within and alongside the school.

We have an excellent and thorough induction and ECT induction package (if required) for the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

• Is imaginative, committed and passionate about EYFS education.
• Interacts and challenges pupils through purposeful, play-based learning and fosters an enthusiasm for learning.
• Can contribute to the distinctive ethos of a Church of England Primary School.
• Understands the EYFS curriculum and demonstrates experience of teaching in EYFS as part of teaching placements or from previous settings.
• Can foster an inclusive and supportive environment for children.
• Builds positive relationships with families.
• Can work closely with a team to deliver an inspiring EYFS curriculum.

We can offer you

• A fully supportive team of staff and governors who are supportive and committed.
• Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• Positive families who all want the best for their children.
• A parish community, committed to achieving the best outcomes for all.
• A firm commitment to your continuing professional development.

Safeguarding

Dales Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy, and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment with the Trust. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children. An online search will also be carried out.

How to apply

Visits to the school can be arranged through the school office on 01642 769942 until 3 October 2025. A tour of the school will be provided as part of the interview process to those candidates who have not been able to visit the school prior to interview.

An application form, application pack with more details, job description and person specification are available on the school website or by contacting the school office. All forms must be submitted to the school by 4 p.m. on the closing date.

Closing Date: Monday 6th October 2025

Interview date: Week beginning 13th October 2025

Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026