Teacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; Penzance; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continued professional development

Family friendly policies

Access to Local Government PensionSche

Job summary

Newlyn School is seeking an Early Years Teacher to start January 2027. The role focuses on the wellbeing, development and achievement of children, balancing purposeful play with ambitious progress targets.

The coastal setting informs Forest School and Beach School activities, with a strong emphasis on personalised support and community engagement. The successful applicant will plan and deliver creative Early Years learning, work with families and external agencies, and contribute to clubs and

Qualifications

• Experience with high-quality Early Years pedagogy and child development
• Creative and inclusive teaching approach
• Ability to set high expectations and respond to individual needs
• Reflective practice and commitment to professional development
• Strong collaboration with families and external agencies

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver inclusive Early Years learning that sparks curiosity
• Use purposeful play alongside high expectations for learning and progress
• Keep children’s wellbeing, development and achievement at the centre of practice
• Adapt provision so every child can thrive, including those with additional needs
• Build strong relationships with children and families and work with colleagues and external agencies
• Teach indoors and outdoors to enrich the school curriculum and contribute to enrichment activities

Job description

Newlyn School, part of the TPAT academy trust, is recruiting an Early Years Teacher to start in January 2027. The role centres on children's wellbeing, development and achievement, with purposeful play balanced against ambitious expectations for learning and progress. Its coastal setting shapes the curriculum, through Forest School, Beach School, music and a High Performance Sports Squad, and the school places strong weight on personalised support. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Plan and deliver creative, inclusive Early Years learning that sparks curiosity
• Use purposeful play alongside high expectations for learning and progress
• Keep children's wellbeing, development and achievement at the centre of practice
• Set high expectations for all children and respond to their individual needs
• Adapt provision so every child, including those with additional needs, can thrive
• Build strong relationships with children and families
• Work with colleagues, families and external agencies
• Teach lessons indoors and outdoors that enrich the school curriculum
• Support the school's vision for enrichment and personal development
• Contribute to clubs, enrichment activities and community events

Qualifications

• Proof of relevant qualifications

Experience

• Experience supporting children with additional needs and adapting provision

Skills & knowledge

• Secure understanding of high-quality Early Years pedagogy and child development
• Creative, inclusive teaching that inspires curiosity
• High expectations for all children while responding to individual needs
• Reflective practice and commitment to continual professional development
• Effective collaboration with colleagues, families and external agencies

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Two satisfactory references
• Right to work in the UK
• Health assessment questionnaire

Other

• Calm, nurturing approach with high aspirations for all learners
• Warm, positive manner that builds strong relationships with children and families
• Commitment to the school's enrichment and personal development vision

What’s offered

• Continued professional development opportunities
• Family friendly policies
• Access to the Local Government and Teachers Pension Schemes
• Opportunities for career progression
• Welcoming, supportive staff team
• Strong culture of collaboration and shared practice
• Focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth