EYFS Lead Teacher

Salary: MPS - UPS - £32,916 - £51,048 FTE + TLR2A allowance available for the right candidate Working Pattern: This is a fixed term position working 1.0 FTE, 39 weeks per year until 31st August 2027  (Monday to Friday) Hemyock Primary School is seeking to recruit a EYFS Lead Teacher to join our team. Our popular school is situated in in the Blackdown Hills in a beautiful rural location which is within easy reach of the M5. The school enjoys extensive grounds, providing a forest school area, sports grounds, a bird hide, pond and gardening patches. Hemyock Primary School is a very special place to work, and we can promise you a wonderful team of staff and highly supportive families. Our children are eager to learn, and their behaviour is exemplary. Our dedicated team of staff and governors work together to create a school where there is a real sense of community and where staff and learners can flourish. About the Role As a Teacher, you will deliver high‑quality teaching and learning in line with the Teachers’ Standards. Your key responsibilities will include: Planning, preparing and teaching engaging lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs Leading by example to secure high standards of behaviour, motivation and achievement Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, using data to inform planning and target‑setting Reporting to parents and contributing to school improvement processes Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment Working collaboratively with support staff and colleagues across the school Contributing to performance management, training, and whole‑school initiatives Upholding school values, behaviour expectations and community ethos What We’re Looking For We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher who can bring positivity, professionalism and a strong commitment to children’s learning. Essential attributes include: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an ECT Recent successful teaching experience in EYFS, KS1 or KS2 Strong behaviour management skills and understanding of high‑quality teaching and learning Ability to teach pupils of all abilities and use ICT effectively in lessons Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice Ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community Desirable attributes include: Experience leading a curriculum area Excellent ICT skills and ability to contribute to policy development Experience teaching across multiple primary key stages Ability to organise extra‑curricular activities Why Join Us? You’ll become part of a supportive, forward‑thinking school team that values collaboration, creativity and shared success. We offer: Opportunities to influence practice and contribute to whole‑school improvement A commitment to staff de