Early Years Class Teacher Fixed Term

Temple Sutton Primary School, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 4BA

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  15 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  29 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours a week.
• Contract type: Fixed term - September 2026, on a 12-month fixed term contract until 31st August 2027. - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: MPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

We require a Fixed Term, Early Years Class Teacher to work at Temple Sutton Primary School from September 2026 on a 12-month fixed term contract until 31st August 2027.

Salary: MPS

Are you a dedicated and passionate Primary School Teacher looking for an excitingnew opportunity?Look no further than Temple Sutton Primary School!

Weare seekingto appointa talentedand enthusiastic Early Years Teacher to join our warm and welcomingschool community whilst providing a safe, stimulating, and positive environment where children can learn through play.

At Temple Sutton Primary School, we strive to provide the best education and support for all our pupils, and we believe that our staff are at the heart of our success.

As a member of our team, you will have the privilege of working in a supportive and collaborative environment that is committed to delivering exceptional learning experiences for all our students.

We recommend and welcome visits to the school. Please contact the Headteacher , Ola Laniyan by emailola.laniyan@lihtrust.ukor by calling the school office on 01702 468582 to make an appointment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Motivate and stimulate a child's learning abilities, often encouraging learning through experience
• Provide pastoral care and support to children within a secure learning environment
• Help children develop curiosity and knowledge
• Assess and monitor pupils' progress and provide regular feedback to ensure each student achieves their full potential
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Contribute to the wider school community by participating in school events and extracurricular activities

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience working in an Early Years/primary school setting.
• A passion for teaching and a commitment to ensuring all pupils reach their full potential
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Good organisational skills to plan the day and respond to the different needs of the children you teach
• The ability to inspire and enthuse young children
• Attention to detail for carrying out observations and reporting back to parents and other professionals.

What the school offers its staff

We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Safeguarding Statement

Learning in Harmony Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and the successful applicant will need a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate and supportive references.

Our aim is to foster a culture of inclusivity that celebrates differences, promotes understanding, and ensures that no one is discriminated against in any way. By embracing diversity, we believe we can tap into the unique perspectives and talents of our employees, creating a more innovative and creative workforce that can better meet the needs of our pupils.

Commitment to safeguarding

LIHT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and the successful applicant will need a satisfactory enhanced DBS certificate and supportive references.

Our aim is to foster a culture of inclusivity that celebrates differences, promotes understanding, and ensures that no one is discriminated against in any way. By embracing diversity, we believe we can tap into the unique perspectives and talents of our employees, creating a more innovative and creative workforce.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Temple Sutton Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 659 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Temple Sutton Primary School website
• Email address: hr@lihtrust.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/temple-sutton-primary-school

Temple Sutton Primary School is a popular and successful primary school in Southend with an innovative curriculum, inspirational teaching and children with outstanding behaviour and positive attitudes to learning.

Arranging a visit to Temple Sutton Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@lihtrust.uk.

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