EYFS Teacher

🍎📚 Join our Team as a Classroom Teacher (1 FTE)! 📚🍎

Start Date: 20/04/2026

Hours: Full-time (1 FTE)

Salary: Teachers Main Pay Scale (MPS 1-MPS 6)

Contract: Fixed term until 31/08/2027 to cover the sabbatical of the substantive post-holder

Application Closing Date: 31/03/2026(noon) - We recommend early application as the school reserves the right to close the advert prior to the stated deadline date

Interview Date: 02/04/2026

The Role:

Staple Hill Primary School is seeking to appoint an exceptional and enthusiastic Early Years teacher to join our dedicated team.

This is a fixed-term position until 31st August 2027, covering the sabbatical of the substantive post-holder. In the first instance, the role will be based in our EYFS class from Easter to Summer 2026. Due to planned staff movement across the school, there is the potential for the role to transition to a Year 1 class from September 2026 to August 2027.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for all learners, ensuring a fully inclusive approach to teaching and learning. You will deliver high-quality teaching, support all pupils to achieve their full potential, and promote strong levels of achievement and self-esteem for every child, regardless of background, ethnicity, gender, or disability.

We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Is an outstanding classroom practitioner
• Brings enthusiasm, energy and joy to our school
• Has high aspirations for all children
• Builds strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Is committed to making a real difference to children’s outcomes
• Is willing to go the extra mile for the children we serve
• Is passionate about education and committed to continual reflection and improvement
• Has strong subject knowledge
• Can support and challenge all pupils, including those with EAL and SEND
• Thrives as part of a supportive and hardworking team

Fluency Duty 

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The Trust and School

Staple Hill School is a vibrant and diverse school that is on a journey to be the best it can for the children it serves. In July 2022 we were awarded Good by OFSTED, a celebration of our learning journey and achievements. 

We are a proud member of The Leaf Trust, a family of 17 schools (13 primary, 2 junior and 2 infant schools), united by a shared commitment to creating outstanding learning environments rooted in our local communities.

With a steadfast commitment to ongoing development and meaningful experiences, we nurture personal growth and pave the way for success in every aspect of life. Central to our ethos is collaboration; as a family of schools, we actively promote the exchange of ideas and mutual support amongst our staff, fostering a culture of shared learning and collective advancement.

We can offer you:

• A Great Working Environment: Experience a supportive and motivating workplace with a skilled, dedicated, hard-working staff team, who exude positivity and are good humoured.
• Professional Growth: We are deeply committed to staff development and offer excellent Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities tailored to your needs. In addition to CPD, staff can take advantage of various apprenticeship opportunities, providing practical experience and personal growth.
• Pathways for Progression: As part of a network of 14 schools, you'll find numerous opportunities for career advancement and the chance to take on exciting new challenges.
• Employee Wellbeing: At our school, your wellbeing is paramount. We conduct an annual staff survey to ensure your voice is heard, and our dedicated Wellbeing Committees provide support and resources to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Financial Benefits: We value our staff and offer excellent pension packages for both teaching and support staff, providing financial security for your future. Additionally, take advantage of our Cycle to Work Scheme, enabling you to save money on commuting expenses, and our discount retail platform, helping you save money on various purchases.

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please refer to candidate information pack which confirms times, dates and contact details. We also invite you to browse our websites for more information about Kings Forest Primary School and The Leaf Trust.

📝 How to Apply

All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s.

If this job isn't quite the perfect fit for you at the moment, why not set up a job alert for The Leaf Trust or the school via Eteach? This way, you'll stay updated on our latest opportunities as soon as they arise. We're always on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team. Whether it's now or in the future, seize the chance to be part of a supportive community where personal growth and success are celebrated through an unwavering commitment to excellence. Your next fulfilling chapter could be just around the corner!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups, as we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.