Foundation Stage 1 Teacher

Academics; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Flexible opportunities

Job summary

Academics is seeking a Foundation Stage 1 Teacher for flexible supply roles across Sheffield. You will support early years learners with play-based activities, promoting language, social development and independence in a caring setting.

The role suits someone with QTS, experience in early years, and a collaborative approach. DBS checks are standard, and opportunities may include short-term to longer-term placements.

Qualifications

• QTS required for the teaching role.
• Experience with early years settings.
• Understanding of early childhood development.
• Patient, caring and creative approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging early years activities.
• Support children's learning through play-based experiences.
• Promote communication, language and social development.
• Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
• Observe and monitor progress and work with staff and parents.
• Follow safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Early childhood development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Foundation Stage 1 Teacher - Sheffield

Are you an enthusiastic Foundation Stage 1 Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities within early years settings across Sheffield?

Academics, an established Education Agency, are acting as an agency and are recruiting Foundation Stage 1 Teachers for temporary, ongoing supply work across early years and primary school settings in Sheffield.

This Foundation Stage 1 Teacher opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting young children's early development through engaging, play-based learning. Whether you are looking for day-to-day supply, short-term cover or longer-term work, opportunities may be available across a range of Sheffield settings.

Position: Foundation Stage 1 Teacher

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Contract: Temporary, flexible ongoing supply

Pay: £130 - £190 per day (dependent on experience, training, qualifications and client rate available, paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees, inclusive of holiday pay)

Start Date: ASAP or a start date that works for you

About the Role

As a Foundation Stage 1 Teacher in Sheffield, you will support children in the early stages of their education, helping them develop communication, social skills, confidence and independence.

The Foundation Stage 1 Teacher role will involve creating stimulating learning experiences, encouraging play-based exploration and supporting children's individual development in line with the setting's curriculum and expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging early years activities
• Support children's learning through play-based experiences
• Promote communication, language and social development
• Create a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment
• Observe and monitor children's progress
• Work closely with early years staff and parents where appropriate
• Follow safeguarding and setting procedures

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) where the teaching role requires it
• Experience working with children in an early years setting
• Understanding of early childhood development
• Patient, caring and creative approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS Certificate or willingness to obtain one

What Academics Offer

• Flexible Foundation Stage 1 Teacher opportunities throughout Sheffield
• Competitive daily rates of £130-£190
• Opportunities across a variety of early years and primary settings
• Potential long-term and permanent opportunities
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• ASAP start, or a start date that works for you
• Refer a friend and earn up to £125 Love2Shop vouchers

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.