EYFS Class Teacher

Gledhow Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 1PL

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  5 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  22 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS1 to UPS3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to recruit an inspirational and creative EYFS class teacher to join our fabulous school on a full-time permanent contract.

This role would suit an enthusiastic and energetic EYFS teacher who is motivated to uphold the school’s vision and values, bringing lessons and learning to life for our children. We are open to applications from experienced teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking for a supportive environment to complete their induction. Experience of having taught in EYFS is essential for this role, whether in a previous job or during a teacher training placement.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate that they can:

• Plan and deliver adventurous lessons that cover all areas of the EYFS curriculum.
• Create an inclusive, safe and nurturing classroom environment.
• Complete accurate observations and track children's progress.
• Use assessments to provide tailored support for individual learning needs, including SEND.
• Collaborate closely with early years teaching assistants and other practitioners.
• Build positive partnerships with parents and carers.
• Actively contribute to whole-school life and their own continuous professional development.

What the school offers its staff

• A strong culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity.
• Continuous development and training opportunities.
• A competitive salary and contributions to West Yorkshire Pension Scheme.
• Access to a comprehensive staff wellbeing package.
• Retail discounts/ offers at high street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership.

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.

If this is the perfect role for you, please get in touch we would love to hear from both newly qualified (ECTs) and experienced teachers.

Visits to the school are highly recommended and are taking place on:

• Monday 1st June at 3.45pm
• Tuesday 2nd June at 1.00pm

How to Apply

Please download and complete the application form via the link below.

We are interested in receiving applications from candidates with relevant experience teaching in EYFS. Please identify in your application which phase you are interested in.

Completed applications should be addressed to the Headteacher at the school address or via email to recruitment@gledhowschool.org

The closing date for this vacancy is 9.00am, Friday 5th June interviews will take place on Thursday 11th June 2026. Applications can only be submitted up until the closing date.

Gledhow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This role is ‘regulated activity’ therefore you are advised to read our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy which is also available via the link below.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check and satisfactory references.

If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Gledhow Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 674 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Gledhow Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@gledhowschool.org
• Phone number: 0113 2930392
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/gledhow-primary-school

Gledhow is a super school with brilliant pupils, staff, governors, and families. We are a large busy three-form entry school in North Leeds with a wonderfully diverse pupil and colleague community.

At Gledhow we strive to make the ordinary extraordinary, by taking the everyday experiences our pupils have and transforming them into amazing opportunities for learning, growth, and personal development.

Arranging a visit to Gledhow Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@gledhowschool.org.

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