At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging EYFS lessons and create a stimulating learning environment.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Croydon with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative staff team.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team and secure your role ahead of September 2026.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's early education and development.
- Qualifications: QTS required, experience in EYFS, and strong classroom management skills.
The predicted salary is between 32916 - 43607 £ per year.
Location: Croydon
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and nurturing EYFS Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Croydon from September 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage, ensuring that all pupils are supported to achieve their full potential in a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate EYFS specialist who is committed to providing outstanding early years education and helping children develop academically, socially, and emotionally during the crucial early stages of their learning journey. The school is keen to identify the right candidate as soon as possible and is able to arrange interviews and observation lessons from next week.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging EYFS lessons in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
- Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that promotes children's development and wellbeing.
- Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress, using assessment data to inform planning and next steps.
- Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and colleagues.
- Promote high standards of behaviour and classroom management.
- Support the safeguarding and welfare of all children in accordance with school policies and procedures.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school, including meetings, events, and extracurricular activities where appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with support staff and other members of the teaching team to ensure excellent outcomes for pupils.
Requirements
Essential:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Experience teaching within EYFS, ideally as an EYFS or Reception Teacher.
- Strong understanding of the EYFS Framework and child development.
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
- Ability to create engaging and creative learning experiences.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Desirable:
- Experience teaching Reception classes.
- Knowledge of phonics programmes and early literacy development.
- Experience supporting children with SEND.
- A proactive and reflective approach to professional development.
What We Offer
- A supportive and welcoming school environment.
- Enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A collaborative and dedicated staff team.
- The opportunity to secure a role well in advance of the September start date.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment procedures.
Eyfs Teacher employer: Your Teaching
Join a supportive and welcoming primary school in Croydon, where you will have the opportunity to inspire enthusiastic pupils in their early learning journey. With a strong commitment to professional development and a collaborative staff team, this role offers a nurturing environment that prioritises both student and teacher growth. Enjoy the unique advantage of securing your position well in advance of the September start date, allowing for a smooth transition into your new role.
