Forest School EYFS Lead Teacher

Busy Bees; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group is seeking an Early Years Teacher to develop educational content and mentor team members. Responsible for delivering the EYFS framework, the ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications and possess extensive experience in early years settings. You will maintain relationships with families and ensure a safe environment that promotes children's emotional and social development. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits like professional development and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in an early years setting, ideally as a Nursery Teacher or Early Years Teacher.
• Hold relevant teaching qualifications.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities.
• Take ownership of observations and planning for key children.
• Mentor and guide team members in curriculum development.
• Maintain positive relationships with families and support with SEND/ASL needs.
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for children's development.
• Encourage and praise children's achievements.

Skills

Leadership and mentoring skills

Expert knowledge of EYFS framework

Experience in early years setting

Education

QTS, EYTS, or EYPS qualification

Job description

A leading nursery group is seeking an Early Years Teacher to develop educational content and mentor team members. Responsible for delivering the EYFS framework, the ideal candidate will hold relevant qualifications and possess extensive experience in early years settings. You will maintain relationships with families and ensure a safe environment that promotes children's emotional and social development. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits like professional development and a supportive workplace culture.