EYFS Class Teacher

Filton Hill Primary School is seeking an experienced Reception teacher who wants to make a genuine difference to children’s lives. We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated and highly skilled teacher to join our team. At Filton Hill, we believe the early years are crucial and are looking for an excellent practitioner who shares our ambition to give every learner the strongest possible start.

You will join a supportive, forward-thinking and ambitious school, where colleagues genuinely care about our learners and one another. We value the expertise experienced teachers bring and offer high-quality professional development and genuine opportunities for career progression and leadership.

We are looking for someone with high expectations who is passionate about creating an inspirational, language-rich and engaging Early Years environment where children are excited to learn.

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Are an experienced and confident EYFS practitioner with a strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Have excellent knowledge of early reading and phonics
• Create purposeful and engaging learning environments that develop curiosity and independence
• Have high expectations for every learner, including those who face additional barriers
• Are reliable, organised and committed to high-quality teaching and learning
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, families and external professionals
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Above all, we are looking for someone who is dedicated, positive and determined to make a difference to the children and families we serve.

Interested in leadership?

For the right candidate, there is an opportunity to take on the additional responsibility of EYFS and KS1 Lead, with a TLRC payment of £3,526 per annum. This would suit an experienced practitioner who is ready to make an impact beyond their own classroom.

We particularly welcome experience of:

• Coaching and supporting colleagues
• Supporting curriculum development and progression across EYFS and KS1
• Using assessment to identify priorities and improve outcomes
• Developing consistent approaches to early reading and phonics
• Leading improvement with positivity and compassion

If you are interested in the leadership opportunity, please indicate this in your application and outline your relevant skills and experience.

Why Filton Hill?

We want our staff to feel valued, supported and able to thrive. At Filton Hill, you can expect:

• A genuinely supportive and welcoming team
• A community where relationships matter
• An EYFS classroom with a large outdoor area and exciting potential
• Learners for whom great teaching can make a lasting difference
• Collaboration across the Olympus Academy Trust
• The opportunity to help shape ambitious Early Years provision

We are looking for someone who wants to invest in our school community and make a lasting difference to our learners.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit us. Come and meet our team, see our Reception provision and find out what makes Filton Hill a special place to work. To arrange a tour, please contact the school office. We would be delighted to meet you.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Flexible and Family Friendly policies
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo Project at reduced rates
• Free onsite parking
• Coaching/Counselling services
• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Filton Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service.

We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.