Woolden Hill Primary School

Fixed-Term EYFS Class Teacher ( Maternity Cover)

Full-Time 1fte

Main Teachers Pay Scale (M1-M6)

Required for Summer term 2025 and Autumn term 2025

We looking to appoint a  EYFS Teacher. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible, highly motivated person who will be committed to improving outcomes for all our children, along with a passion for providing inspirational learning experiences.

To closely liaise with parents and guardians, professionals, including fellow staff and colleagues from the Trust and external agencies (for example, health professionals and social workers).  Implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced and relevant curriculum for pupils, incorporating the areas of learning for Early Years Foundation Stage or national curriculum in line with the policies of the school. Facilitate, support and monitor the overall progress and development of EYFS pupils and designated groups of pupils.

Why Choose Us:

It is only with such outstanding people that we can succeed in our vision. In return we offer dynamic and energetic school environments to work from with opportunities for progression, and a wealth of career development prospects for everyone. Colleagues are able to move between schools to gain experience, collaborate with partners, join network and peer to peer groups and work in different roles as appropriate, including secondment opportunities.

What Makes Discovery Different:

• To ensure our teaching staff get the time and space to learn, we have launched – Teacher Development Time (TDT).
• By embracing technology, we’re able to deliver virtual lessons, allowing teachers to be released from their class each week, to focus on their own learning and development.
• In addition to their TDT, teachers also work alongside a coach, to ensure they have someone to discuss their learning with and help identify their strengths and areas for development.
• Feedback from teachers shows that they are overwhelmingly happy with their development time and the time they spend with their coach.

We are looking for someone that has:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
• Willingness to be fully involved the life of the school community
• A commitment to supporting and enhancing our school’s ethos and vision
• Teaching experience with specific age range / specialist
• A thorough understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and a commitment to the highest standards of teaching and learning
• A clear understanding of how young children learn and the ability to plan for effective and high quality teaching and learning in the Early Years

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached to support with your application.

What we offer:

• Flexible working options
• Support for continuous professional development in the role
• Opportunities to visit other organisations for professional learning
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• Free car parking
• Annual incremental pay increases with the pay scale range
• A defined benefit pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme - EAP
• Employee self-service portal.
• Eyecare voucher scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail discounts
• Dental support
• Gym discount
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust
• Excellent opportunities for personal and career development
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.