Early Years Supply Teacher

Cuddington and Dinton CofE School, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0AP

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Immediate if possible however negotiable. We encourage applications as soon as possible and reserve the right to bring forward the closure date if a candidate has been successful.

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 November 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (680)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Casual
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 Monthly Negotiable dependent upon experience

Early Years Supply Teacher job summary

Job Purpose

To undertake the professional duties of an Early Years Supply Teacher as required, under the direction of the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring the effective delivery of teaching and learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) whilst maintaining a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.

The Early Years Supply Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality learning experiences, supporting children's development in line with the EYFS Framework, safeguarding pupils, and promoting the school's ethos and values during periods of staff absence.

Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver learning activities in accordance with planning provided by the class teacher or school.

• Create a positive, nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes children's learning, development and wellbeing.

• Support children's progress across the seven areas of learning within the EYFS Framework.

• Maintain high expectations of behaviour, engagement and achievement appropriate to children's age and stage of development.

• Adapt teaching and learning activities to meet the needs of all children, including those with SEND and those requiring additional challenge.

• Use a variety of teaching approaches, including adult-led and child-initiated learning opportunities.

• Promote children's independence, confidence, curiosity and resilience.

• Support learning through purposeful play, exploration and practical experiences.

• Ensure effective use of indoor and outdoor learning environments, resources and support staff.

• Maintain consistent routines and create a safe, secure and orderly learning environment.

• Follow the school's behaviour policy and expectations consistently.

Assessment and Recording

• Observe children's participation, engagement and progress during learning activities.

• Make informal assessments of children's learning and development in line with EYFS practice.

• Provide appropriate feedback and encouragement to support children's development.

• Record significant achievements, concerns or issues arising during the day and communicate these to the class teacher or relevant member of staff.

• Report any safeguarding, behavioural, welfare or developmental concerns promptly and in line with school procedures.

Safeguarding and Pastoral Responsibilities

• Be aware of and comply with all safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection policies.

• Promote the welfare, wellbeing and safety of all children.

• Actively safeguard children and report any concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or appropriate member of staff.

• Foster positive relationships with children and maintain professional boundaries at all times.

• Register children accurately when required.

• Support children's personal, social and emotional development.

• Assist with children's care needs where required, in accordance with school procedures.

• Support the school's commitment to inclusion, equality and respect.

Professional Responsibilities

• Follow all relevant school policies and procedures.

• Conduct yourself professionally and maintain high standards of personal presentation and conduct.

• Work effectively with teaching assistants and other members of staff.

• Communicate effectively with colleagues regarding children's learning, welfare and any significant events occurring during the day.

• Leave appropriate handover notes for the class teacher at the end of the placement.

• Maintain confidentiality regarding pupils, staff and school matters.

• Contribute positively to the smooth running of the school during the period of engagement.

• Undertake any reasonable duties consistent with the role of an Early Years Supply Teacher.

General Requirements

The post holder is expected to:

• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Uphold the school's values and ethos.

• Work in accordance with the EYFS Statutory Framework, Teachers' Standards, school policies and professional standards.

• Promote equal opportunities and inclusion for all children.

• Support the development of positive relationships with parents and carers where appropriate.

• A full day supply is 6.5 hours, a morning is 4 hours and an afternoon is 2.5 hours.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Cuddington and Dinton CofE School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 179 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Cuddington and Dinton CofE School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cuddington-and-dinton-cofe-school

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