EYFS Teacher (Reception Class)

Early Years Teacher (Reception Class)

M1 – M6

Maternity leave cover: September 2026 – May 2027

The Headteacher and Governors of Buglawton Primary School

seek to appoint an outstanding Early Years teacher to work in our Reception

class from 1st September 2026 until May 2027. This is a temporary

role to cover maternity leave.

The successful candidate must be a proven classroom

practitioner, have an excellent knowledge of the Early Years curriculum, be

able to work closely with other members of staff to establish the highest

standards of achievement and be able to prioritise, plan and use their own

initiative. The successful candidate should also have an excellent

understanding of the way in which young children learn, effective continuous

provision, and how to ensure progress through a highly purposeful play-based

learning environment.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate commitment to the

school vision and ethos, show integrity, self- awareness, excellent

interpersonal skills, flexibility and a good sense of humour. You must have the

resilience and commitment to ensure high quality learning experiences for all

children, whatever their needs. You will be passionate about teaching and

learning and be prepared to support a rich play-based, child-initiated curriculum.

Applications should be completed via the online application

form, with a supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, focussed upon

how you can “be”;

an excellent and proven classroom practitioner dedicated to providing holistic development and

pastoral support willing to make an active contribution to the

broader life of the school committed to delivering a positive impact for

all children