EYFS Teacher

EYFS Teacher – Skelmersdale

Start Date: 4th May
Contract: Full Time, Until End of Academic Year
Potential: Permanent position for the right candidate
Pay: £140 – £320 per day (dependent on experience)

A warm, welcoming, and highly supportive primary school in Skelmersdale is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic EYFS Teacher to join their team from 4th May. This full-time position will run until the end of the academic year, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent from September for a candidate who excels.

The school is widely regarded for its nurturing environment, excellent staff relationships, and commitment to professional development. They pride themselves on valuing their team, promoting wellbeing, and ensuring every member of staff feels supported and appreciated.

About the Role

The school is looking for a confident Early Years practitioner with solid EYFS experience who can deliver high‑quality, play-based learning. You will take responsibility for a reception or nursery class (depending on the school’s needs), working closely with a skilled support team to create an engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

This is a fantastic role for a teacher who is passionate about early childhood education and is committed to helping young learners take their first steps in school with confidence and joy.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, engaging, and developmentally appropriate EYFS lessons
• Provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that supports all children
• Work closely with teaching assistants and EYFS practitioners to deliver effective provision
• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress in line with EYFS frameworks
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils and their families
• Maintain a safe, stimulating, and well-organised EYFS classroom
• Work collaboratively with the Early Years Lead and wider school team
• Follow the school’s safeguarding and behaviour policies

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or EYTS
• Proven experience teaching in EYFS (essential)
• Strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and early child development
• Ability to plan engaging and purposeful play-based activities
• Excellent communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills
• A nurturing, patient, and proactive approach
• Commitment to supporting all learners, including those with additional needs

What the School Offers

• Competitive daily pay from £140 – £320 per day, based on experience
• A supportive, friendly, and collaborative staff team
• A school that genuinely values its staff and prioritises wellbeing
• Excellent leadership and ongoing professional development
• A welcoming EYFS environment with strong resources and experienced support staff
• The chance for the role to become permanent 

Apply Today

If you are an passionate EYFS Teacher looking for a rewarding role in a lovely school that appreciates and supports its staff, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to secure a position where you can make a lasting impact on children at the very start of their learning journey.