Early Years Teacher

Clare House School Porthcawl is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dynamic Early Years Teacher to join our founding team. This is an opportunity to help create a distinctive Early Years provision from the very beginning, designing meaningful learning experiences within an environment where every child is celebrated, known and encouraged to thrive.

Please read the recruitment pack in the Supporting Documents tab before applying.

Role overview

• Deliver a play-rich Early Years curriculum informed by the Early Years Foundation Stage and elements of the Curriculum for Wales
• Create meaningful learning experiences through experiential and child-led approaches inspired by Reggio Emilia principles
• Design purposeful indoor and outdoor learning environments that encourage exploration, curiosity and independence
• Support children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development through strong relationships and responsive teaching
• Observe, document and extend children’s thinking through purposeful interactions and reflective practice
• Lead Play & Learn Club sessions as part of the school’s wider community engagement strategy
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and the wider school community

Requirements

• Level 3 childcare qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) / Early Years Teacher Status
• Strong understanding of child development and Early Years pedagogy
• Commitment to creating inclusive, relational and child-centred learning environments
• Ability to use an holistic assessment strategy of summative, formative and reflective approaches to effectively support pupil progress
• Confidence working collaboratively as part of a growing and values-led team
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and commitment to pupil wellbeing

Why join us?

You will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of a new and ambitious school community where relationships, care and meaningful learning are central to everyday practice. As part of our founding team, you will play an important role in shaping the culture and identity of our Early Years provision, contributing to school life and helping build a school designed to endure for future generations.