EYFS / KS1 Class Teacher in Middleton

Little Heaton CE Primary School is seeking a passionate, nurturing and determined EYFS teacher to join us at a truly important time in our school’s journey. We are a school that is improving, evolving and building something special and we are looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey. This is not a “sit back and maintain” role. This is a chance to help shape the future of our provision, our environment and the life chances of our children.

This role will be in our EYFS/Year 1 class initially, moving to EYFS only the following year (depending on cohort numbers).

Why Little Heaton? Because this is a school where you can make a real difference. Little Heaton is on a journey of improvement, with a clear vision, strong leadership and a team committed to getting it right for every child. We are building calm classrooms, language-rich environments and consistent routines that help children feel safe, ready to learn and proud of their achievements.

This is a school where:

• Inclusion is not an add-on, it is at the heart of everything we do
• Relationships with children and families matter
• Early Years is valued as the foundation for future success

You will be part of a team working together to improve education and opportunities for all pupils. If you want to be part of shaping provision, strengthening practice and creating an environment where children flourish from the very start of their school journey, Little Heaton is the place to do it.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS Framework and child development
• Believes deeply that all children can achieve
• Is passionate about early language, phonics and foundational learning
• Can create a purposeful, engaging and language-rich environment
• Has high expectations for behaviour, independence and routines
• Can support children with SEND and social communication needs
• Is calm, consistent and nurturing, while maintaining clear boundaries
• Is reflective, proactive and committed to professional growth
• Wants to be part of a school that is developing and improving
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience teaching in EYFS
• Experience supporting children with additional needs

What we offer:

• A leadership team committed to improving outcomes and supporting staff
• A school where inclusion and nurture are priorities
• A collaborative and caring staff team
• Strong CPD through school and Cranmer Education Trust
• A well-resourced EYFS environment
• Enthusiastic children who deserve the very best

This is a chance to make a genuine difference at the very start of children’s school lives and to help shape a school moving confidently forward. Working for Little Heaton means that you would be part of the Cranmer Education Trust, a successful, growing Trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise.

This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools. Alongside Little Heaton, the Trust is made up of primary and secondary schools across Oldham and Rochdale. The Trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub and a MFL hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged come and see for yourself what makes our school special and hear more about the exciting journey ahead. Please email the headteacher to arrange a visit.

Little Heaton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows safer recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

The Cranmer Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.