Class Teacher (Early Years Foundation Stage)

Middlestown Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a talented, creative and dedicated Class Teacher to join our Early Years Foundation Stage on a temporary basis.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and hardworking practitioner who is committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences that enable every child to achieve their full potential. They will work collaboratively with colleagues across the school, contributing to our supportive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

The postholder will have experience of teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage and a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework including Development Matters and Birth to 5 Matters. They will demonstrate excellent knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies, curriculum planning and assessment practices, using these to provide engaging and purposeful learning opportunities for all children.

The ideal candidate will create stimulating, inclusive and inspiring learning experiences that foster curiosity, independence and a love of learning. They will build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families, while maintaining high expectations for behaviour, progress and achievement for every child.

We are looking for a class teacher who is committed to continuous professional development, values teamwork and is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children. Experience of delivering high-quality phonics provision and supporting pupils with a range of learning needs would be advantageous

The position is temporary until 31 August 2027

About You

The successful candidate will be…

• A qualified teacher and hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with an appropriate degree.
• An experienced and enthusiastic practitioner with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
• Committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning that enables all children to achieve their full potential.
• Able to demonstrate excellent knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies, curriculum planning and assessment for learning.
• Able to create engaging, stimulating and inclusive learning experiences that meet the needs of all learners.
• A reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous professional development.

About Place Partnership

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people.

Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities, and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing:

• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme via SmartTech*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform via ‘Place Plus’
• Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans
• Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans.
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Free, on-site parking at every site
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

*restrictions apply

For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack.

Further Information

Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged for week commencing 02 November 2026. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact info@middlestownprimary.com.

Closing Date: Monday 09 November 2026 at 9:00am

Interviews are expected to take place: Monday 16 November 2026

To apply for the position, please visit https://placepartnership.com/current-vacancies

Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists.

Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high-quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles.

Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.