We are seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking Reception Class Teacher with strong EYFS expertise to join our thriving team at Mount Stewart Federation. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner who is committed to delivering high-quality early years provision, grounded in research and driven by high expectations for all children.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of effective early years pedagogy, including high-quality adult-child interactions, purposeful provision, and strong outcomes for all learners. Experience in approaches such as Talk Boost, the SHREC (ShREC) approach, and a strong commitment to developing oracy will be highly valued. We are looking for someone who is reflective, ambitious, and outward-facing, with a desire to engage with and support the wider EYFS community through modelling best practice and collaboration with local settings.

You will be joining a well-established and highly skilled EYFS team, working closely with our excellent Nursery Lead, experienced EYFS Leader, and a dedicated team of Reception practitioners across our three-form entry setting. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a culture of excellence, where professional dialogue, continuous improvement, and teamwork are at the heart of our practice.

At Mount Stewart, our vision is to be a leading school in Early Years, and we are proud of the recognition we have received for our work. Our EYFS team are Bronze Winners of the Pearson Awards, have achieved the Gold Award for Herts for Learning Early Years Quality Mark, and have been recognised by Challenge Partners with an Area of Excellence in Early Years.

We are looking for a teacher who shares our ambition, values, and commitment to ensuring every child gets the very best start to their education. If you are passionate about Early Years, driven by research-informed practice, and eager to contribute to a high-performing and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you.

Mount Stewart reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.