Ready to Inspire a Love of Learning from Day One?
We are looking for an exceptional EYFS Teacher to join our warm, ambitious, and nurturing team, helping our youngest learners take their very first steps on an exciting educational journey.
If you're a passionate practitioner who can spark curiosity, build confidence, and create unforgettable learning experiences, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
This is more than just a teaching role. It's a chance to make a lasting impact at a crucial stage in a child's development while working within a supportive school community that values creativity, collaboration, and professional growth.
As our EYFS Teacher, you will:
- Create an inspiring and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive
- Deliver high-quality teaching that ignites curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning
- Support every child to make exceptional progress across all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Foster children's personal, social, and emotional development, helping them grow in confidence and independence
- Build strong partnerships with families, ensuring every child receives the support they need to flourish
- Work collaboratively with a dedicated and friendly team committed to achieving the very best for children
- Contribute to the ongoing development and success of our Early Years provision and wider school community
What we're looking for:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- A proven track record of delivering good or outstanding practice within EYFS
- Strong understanding of assessment and the ability to use data effectively to drive pupil progress
- A commitment to high expectations and achieving excellent outcomes for every child
- Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills with children, families, and colleagues
- A positive, resilient, and reflective approach to teaching and professional development
- A genuine passion for Early Years education and helping children reach their full potential
Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.
About Hillcroft Primary School
Hillcroft is a happy, vibrant and forwardthinking school, our excellent staff team are committed and dedicated inensuring that each and every child is nurtured to achieve their personal best.We have high standards and expect the best. As part of the Chalklands Cluster,comprising of four GLF schools within the area, we have a collaborativeapproach towards working which means the schools work closely together toprovide an exceptional educational experience to the local communities. Theschools benefit from being able to share resources and support each other whereneeded. It will also allow for more opportunities for career progression acrossthe cluster and give you the chance to enhance your professional development.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils
- Foundedupon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 43primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across thesouth of England
- Wework as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own uniqueidentity
- Committedto ensuring all children and young people receive the best possibleeducation
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer,which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Accessto our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
- Flexibleworking options
- Generousholiday allowance
- Worklife and family friendly policies
- Employeewellbeing initiatives
- Careerpathways and talent management
- Accessto a staff benefits portal
- Communityand collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: January 2027
Pay Scale: GLF MPR 1 to MPR 3
Contract type: Permanent - Can consider full time or part time (please confirm your preference in your supporting statement)
Closing Date: 22nd Nov 2026
Interview date: TBA
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EYFS Class Teacher employer: Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery
Hillcroft Primary School is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where staff can truly make a difference in children's lives. With a strong commitment to professional development, generous benefits including flexible working options and a competitive pension scheme, and a vibrant community of over 2,500 colleagues, you will find ample opportunities for growth and fulfilment in your career. Join us in inspiring young minds and contributing to a nurturing educational experience within our forward-thinking school.
Contact Details:
Hillcroft Primary School & Nursery Recruitment Team
