Hall Lane, Kirkby (On-Site)
Temporary, Full time
£31,650 - £43-607 per annum
EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) Teacher
Salary: Main Pay Scale 1-6 / £31,650 - £43,607 per annum
Contract: (12 Months Full Time Fixed Term - Maternity Cover)
Start Date – 01st September 2025
Kirkby Church of England Primary School are seeking an enthusiastic EYFS Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional with a passion for delivering and engaging appropriate curriculum to children aged 3-5 years. You will support and nurture children’s emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Purpose of the Role:
An EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) Teacher is to provide a high-quality, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children aged 3 to 5 years in their early education. This is a crucial stage of development, and the role aims to support the holistic development of each child, laying the foundation for their future learning and emotional well-being.
Key purposes of the role include:
Supporting early learning and development to plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons that cover the seven areas of learning in the EYFS framework—Communication and Language, Physical Development, Personal, Social, and Emotional Development, Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts and Design.
Creating a safe and stimulating environment that is welcoming, stimulating, encouraging, creative, explorative and curious to support the development of both social and academic skills in 3- to 5-year-olds.
Regular assessment and monitoring of children’s progress to observe and record children's development across various areas, identifying strengths and areas for improvement to guide future learning.
Supporting emotional and social development is an essential part of the role to promote a positive social and emotional climate, helping children to develop empathy, cooperation, and emotional regulation.
Encourage parental involvement and often communicate with parents to ensure that children’s needs are met both at school and at home.
Promoting inclusion regardless of background or ability all children are supported in their individual learning needs.
Collaborating with school staff and working as part of the school team and with other specialists to ensure the overall success of each child.
Developing a positive learning mindset and encourage a love of learning through play-based and child-centered approaches, nurturing independence, resilience, and a positive attitude towards education.
Why Join Us:
At Kirkby Church of England Primary School, we are committed to providing the best possible education for all students, ensuring they reach their full potential. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and every child is supported in their learning journey.
We can offer you:
- Colleagues who want to do their best for the pupils.
- Enthusiastic, well-behaved children who want to learn.
- A happy, positive, vibrant working environment.
- Talented, enthusiastic and supportive colleagues who are committed to continuous improvement.
- A broad and balanced curriculum in all year groups.
If you are a passionate EYFS Teacher looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Closing date of applications: 16th May 2025
Shortlisting: 19th May 2025
Interviews:
- Observations: 21st May 2025
- Interviews: 22nd May 2025
Visits to school are welcomed from 7th to the 9th May from 9.30am – 11.30am and 1.30pm – 2.30 pm to arrange a school visit please email kirkbyce.school@knowsley.gov.uk
Kirkby C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of our children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. In joining our school, you will join a team of dedicated professionals, committed to safe-guarding children and their families’.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake and enhance Disclosure and Baring Service Check. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 al prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of edibility to work in the UK.
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