
EYFS & Y1 Cover Teacher
Brookdale Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive team. The successful applicant would work alongside our current, experienced EYFS and Year 1 team to support teaching and learning.
About the Role:
Location: Brookdale Primary School, CH49 1SE
Contract: 0.5 temporary 1 year contract in the first instance
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Salary: M3-M6
Role: Covering PPA, Management Time and SEND time in Pre School, F2 and Year 1
We’re Looking for Someone Who
Has QTS and experience teaching in Early Years or KS1
Is nurturing, enthusiastic, and patient
Works well as part of an established team
Plans and delivers engaging, play-based learning experiences
Builds strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
Is committed to continuous professional development
Why Join Us?
A welcoming, happy and supportive community
A well-resourced and successful school
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A leadership team that values the wellbeing of pupils and colleagues
The opportunity to work alongside another excellent practitioner to deliver the highest quality education
Opportunity to Visit the School: Interested candidates are invited to visit the school on Wednesday 3rd June at 4pm. Please contact the school office to register.
Closing Date: Friday 5th June – 12 noon
Shortlisted Candidates: Will be contacted with the offer of an interview date by Friday 12th June
Interviews: To take place break in the week commencing 15th June. These will include a lesson observation, followed by a formal interview.
To Apply: Application forms and any supporting letters must be submitted to the school office for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs Kate Ball, by the closing date. Submissions are welcomed via post, email (schooloffice@brookdale.wirral.sch.uk) or by hand.
Brookdale is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share these values. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Brookdale will also undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates: this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok and You Tube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any concerns that the candidate does not hold and promote the values of equality, diversity and inclusion of the school. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.
We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.
Salary range
- £16,458 - £22,676 per year