EYFS Teacher

We are looking for a passionate, creative, and dedicated EYFS Teacher to join our early years team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about child‑centred learning and eager to play a key role in shaping the educational journey of our youngest pupils.

Location: Burnley
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: Summer Term – 8^th June 2026
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons following the EYFS framework
• Create a warm, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Foster children’s curiosity, confidence, and independence through play‑based learning
• Track, assess, and record progress in line with school and statutory requirements
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture within the early years setting

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent EYFS qualification
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum
• A nurturing, patient, and enthusiastic approach to teaching
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusive practice

We Offer

• A supportive and friendly staff team
• Excellent CPD and professional development opportunities
• Well‑resourced classrooms and outdoor learning areas
• A caring school community that values creativity and child-led learning
• Opportunities to innovate and shape the early years provision

How to Apply

If you are passionate about early years education and want to make a real difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV, outlining all your relevant experience as an Early Years Teacher (whether this be in Nursery or Reception)

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