At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire young minds through engaging activities and support their development in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Aspire People, a supportive agency dedicated to children's education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, dedicated consultant support, and potential for permanent placement.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on creativity, curiosity, and child development.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on children's early learning experiences and foster their love for discovery.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status or relevant Early Years qualification with EYFS experience.
Are you a passionate EYFS Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to shape young minds and inspire a love of learning from the very beginning? Aspire People are recruiting for an enthusiastic and experienced EYFS Teacher / Early Years Lead to work within a welcoming and well-established Pre-School setting in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative, nurturing and confident Early Years professional who enjoys supporting children's development through play, exploration and meaningful learning experiences.
Location: St Ives, Cambridgeshire
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Until the end of the academic year, July 2027
Opportunity: Potential permanent position from September 2027
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
About the Opportunity
You will be joining a supportive Early Years environment that celebrates curiosity, independence and individuality. The Pre-School provides a stimulating mix of indoor and outdoor learning opportunities, including creative activities, imaginative play, sensory exploration and opportunities for children to develop their communication and social skills. The setting believes that children learn best when they feel happy, secure and confident to explore the world around them.
Your Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate activities in line with the EYFS curriculum.
- Support the learning and development of Pre-School-aged children.
- Create a positive and inclusive environment that encourages curiosity, creativity and independence.
- Lead and support Early Years practitioners in delivering high-quality provision.
- Observe and assess children's progress, identifying appropriate next steps.
- Promote children's communication, language and personal development.
- Develop positive relationships with parents and carers.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding and wellbeing.
What We're Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate Early Years teaching qualification.
- Experience working within EYFS, ideally Nursery or Pre-School.
- Strong knowledge of child development and play-based learning.
- Confidence in planning and leading engaging Early Years activities.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A caring, enthusiastic and proactive approach.
Previous Early Years leadership experience would be particularly advantageous.
Why Join Aspire People?
- Competitive pay rates.
- Dedicated consultant support.
- Long-term placement opportunities.
- Potential progression into a permanent position.
- The chance to make a lasting impact during children's earliest stages of education.
If you're an EYFS Teacher who believes learning should be exciting, engaging and full of discovery, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to discuss this rewarding opportunity with Aspire People.
Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
EYFS Teacher / Early Years Lead - Pre-School - St Ives in Saint Ives employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer for FE & College Lecturers in South Wales, offering competitive pay rates of £28 - £45 per hour along with a £100 sign-up bonus after 20 days of work. With a strong commitment to employee growth through free CPD and safeguarding training, as well as dedicated consultant support, Aspire People fosters a flexible and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to inspire the next generation while enjoying meaningful and rewarding employment.
