Early Years Teacher ( Maternity Cover)
Sandy Lane Primary School, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD15 9JU14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
2 November 2026
Closing date
15 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
1 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday - Friday 32 hours per week
Contract type
- Fixed term - 12 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1-M6
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed Early Years practitioner who is passionate about supporting young children to learn, develop and thrive.
The successful candidate will have experience of working with children in an Early Years or school setting and will be able to build positive relationships with children, supporting their learning, development and wellbeing through play and practical activities.
You will need to be patient, nurturing and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and support children with a range of needs. A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and a commitment to safeguarding children are essential.
We welcome applications from ECTs and candidates who are looking to develop their experience within a supportive EYFS team.
What the school offers its staff
We offer a welcoming and supportive environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop professionally. You will join a friendly and committed EYFS team with opportunities to share ideas, develop your skills and gain experience across the Early Years setting.
We are committed to providing high-quality support and development for all staff and welcome ECTs who are looking to begin their career in a nurturing school environment.
Further information about the job
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
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Sandy Lane Primary School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 326 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- kendal.sutcliffe@sandylane.bradford.sch.uk
Arranging a visit to Sandy Lane Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email kendal.sutcliffe@sandylane.bradford.sch.uk.
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