Early Years Teacher
Kneesall CofE Primary School, Select, Nottinghamshire, NG22 0ABThis job expired on 22 April 2025 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
22 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
12 March 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1-M4
What skills and experience we're looking for
Key Responsibilities: • Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that cater to the diverse needs of your mixed-age class • Utilise your expertise in the EYFS curriculum and effective pedagogy, particularly in teaching through continuous provision • Maintain excellent classroom and behaviour management to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment • Bring learning to life through your creativity and talent for making the curriculum exciting and engaging • Collaborate effectively with the wider school team to contribute to the school's continuous improvement Requirements: • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent • Proven experience in EYFS teaching, ideally with mixed-age groups • Excellent subject knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum • Outstanding teaching and classroom management skills • Ability to inspire and motivate pupils to achieve their best Desirable Qualities: • A positive, enthusiastic, and flexible approach to teaching and learning • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build effective relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues • A commitment to professional development and a desire to continuously improve your practice
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Kneesall C of E Primary School? At Kneesall C of E Primary School, we are dedicated to developing the whole child, fostering a love of learning and a sense of pride in their achievements. Our supportive and motivated team of talented professionals have high expectations for all children, and our caring ethos values equity, diversity, and inclusion. As an EYFS class teacher, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our youngest learners, supported by a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development and a culture of mentoring and coaching
Commitment to safeguarding
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
• All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
• We encourage applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation for posts in the school.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Kneesall CofE Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 108 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Kneesall CofE Primary School website
- Email address
- office@kneesall.notts.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01623861069
About the School
Kneesall C of E Primary School is a small, rural primary school nestled in the idyllic village of
Kneesall. With stunning views over the open countryside and just a stone's throw from the historic
St. Bartholomew's Church, this 0.5FE school, including a nursery for 3 and 4-year-olds, offers a
unique and enriching educational experience. Through our strong Christian ethos our school
community work together to flourish, by nurturing courage, enabling kindness and instilling faith.
The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and passionate EYFS class teacher to join our dedicated team
from September 2025, this role would be suitable for teachers in the early stages of their career.
As the teacher for a mixed nursery and reception class, you will be responsible for delivering an
engaging and effective curriculum that inspires our youngest learners to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that cater to the diverse needs of your mixed-age
class
• Utilise your expertise in the EYFS curriculum and effective pedagogy, particularly in
teaching through continuous provision
• Maintain excellent classroom and behaviour management to create a safe, stimulating,
and inclusive learning environment
• Bring learning to life through your creativity and talent for making the curriculum exciting
and engaging
• Collaborate effectively with the wider school team to contribute to the school's
continuous improvement
Requirements:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Proven experience in EYFS teaching, ideally with mixed-age groups
• Excellent subject knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum
• Outstanding teaching and classroom management skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate pupils to achieve their best
Desirable Qualities:
• A positive, enthusiastic, and flexible approach to teaching and learning
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build effective relationships with
pupils, parents, and colleagues
• A commitment to professional development and a desire to continuously improve your
practice
• A good sense of humour and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Why Join Kneesall C of E Primary School?
At Kneesall C of E Primary School, we are dedicated to developing the whole child, fostering a
love of learning and a sense of pride in their achievements. Our supportive and motivated team
of talented professionals have high expectations for all children, and our caring ethos values
equity, diversity, and inclusion.
As an EYFS class teacher, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of
our youngest learners, supported by a comprehensive programme of continuing professional
development and a culture of mentoring and coaching.
Salary: Main Pay Scale
If you are an outstanding EYFS practitioner with a passion for inspiring young minds, we would
love to hear from you. Join our vibrant school community and be part of something truly special.
Visits to school are encouraged and can be arranged by telephoning the school office on 01623
861069. Application packs are available on our website at
https://www.kneesallcofeprimary.com/vacancies/ or by email from the school office.
Arranging a visit to Kneesall CofE Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@kneesall.notts.sch.uk.
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