Teacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

New building 2026

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Professional development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Peartree Infant & Nursery School is seeking a part-time PPA and cover teacher to inspire children across the Early Years and KS1 curriculum. The role offers 19.5 hours per week and requires QTS with proven EYFS/KS1 experience.

The school will move into a brand-new building from November 2026, and the post is not open to early career teachers. The successful candidate will join a supportive, collaborative team and contribute to creative learning, inclusion, and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• QTS is essential and not an ECT (early career teacher).
• Proven experience in Early Years Foundation Stage and KS1.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and enthuse all key groups of children to aim high.
• Hold secure subject knowledge of the Early Years and KS1 curriculum.
• Follow research-led practice to extend professional development.
• Work in close collaboration with colleagues as a valued team member.
• Offer children creative learning opportunities.

Skills

Reflective practice

Relationship building

Inclusion

Team collaboration

Creativity

Education

QTS

Experience EYFS & KS1

Job description

This permanent PPA and cover teacher post at Peartree Infant & Nursery School runs to 19.5 hours a week. The role centres on inspiring children across the Early Years and KS1 curriculum, with creative learning and close work alongside colleagues. The school moves into a new purpose-built building from November 2026, and the post is not open to early career teachers. Qualified teacher status and proven Early Years and KS1 experience are essential.

What the job involves

• Inspire and enthuse all key groups of children to aim high
• Hold secure subject knowledge of the Early Years and KS1 curriculum
• Follow research-led practice to extend continuing professional development
• Work in close collaboration with colleagues as a valued team member
• Offer children creative learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS
• Not an early career teacher (ECT), given the cover teacher classification

Experience

• Proven experience in Early Years Foundation Stage and KS1

Skills & knowledge

• Reflective practitioner with a passion for child development and early education
• Skilled at building strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Committed to inclusion, creativity and continuous professional growth
• Energetic, flexible and keen to contribute to a supportive, community-focused team

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS disclosure
• References confirming suitability to work with children

What’s offered

• A school that values creativity and celebrates individuality
• A supportive, collaborative team that prioritises staff and pupil wellbeing
• Regular wellbeing initiatives for staff and children
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Move into a brand-new, purpose-built school building from November 2026