EYFS Class Teacher

Goose Green Primary and Nursery School, London, SE22 8HG

23 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  1 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £40,317.00 - £44,238.00 Annually (FTE)

EYFS Class Teacher job summary

We’re looking for an exceptional teacher who:

• Possess a deep understanding of outstanding teaching practices and pedagogy.
• Are reflective practitioners, eager to grow and evolve in their teaching journey.
• Bring enthusiasm, energy, and a genuine passion for education to their role.
• Thrive in a collaborative environment and value the power of teamwork.
• Believe in nurturing the whole child - academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Embrace professional development as a pathway to continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be working towards, with relevant primary teaching experience.
• Be self-driven, proactive, and an exceptional communicator.
• Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.

Main Purpose of the Role:

To provide high-quality teaching and care for a designated class or group of pupils, ensuring their education and welfare align with the Teachers’ Standards, the requirements of the Primary Curriculum, and the school’s aims, values, and policies.

The role includes fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development. As an Early Years Class Teacher, you will also contribute to the collective responsibility for the welfare, discipline, and holistic development of all pupils within the school community, working collaboratively to uphold our shared commitment to excellence and equity in education.

Planning and Teaching

• Take ownership of the classes and groups assigned to you by the Headteacher, embracing the opportunity to inspire and nurture every pupil.
• Deliver lessons with skill, creativity, and empathy, ensuring each child feels valued and supported.
• Maintain the highest standards of education, fostering a learning environment where pupils are motivated, curious, and fully engaged.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver captivating learning experiences tailored to meet the diverse needs of your learners, aligning with the school’s innovative curriculum.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, structuring lessons to maximise understanding and progression.
• Cultivate independent, confident learners who demonstrate resilience and a love for learning.
• Ensure all pupils, regardless of background or ability, have their individual needs met and are given the tools to succeed.
• Work collaboratively with classroom support staff, ensuring their skills are utilised effectively to enhance the learning experience for all pupils.

Classroom Management

• Create a vibrant, inspiring classroom where displays and working walls showcase and support pupils’ learning, bringing their achievements and current topics to life.
• Foster a positive and respectful atmosphere by promoting excellent behaviour, consistently aligning with the school’s behaviour policy.
• Champion the social and emotional well-being of pupils, ensuring a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Build strong pastoral connections with pupils, offering guidance and encouragement to help them thrive both academically and personally.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trust and school are committed to Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of all its pupils. Each pupil’s welfare is of paramount importance. We recognise that some children may be especially vulnerable to abuse e.g. those with Special Educational Needs, those living in adverse circumstances.

Throughout any recruitment process, Safeguarding and Child Protection are given a high priority. All interview panels include at least one member who has completed Safer Recruitment training within the last 3 years.

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 Goose Green Primary and Nursery School

• School type: Academies, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 252 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Goose Green Primary and Nursery School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/goose-green-primary-and-nursery-school

Goose Green Primary School is a vibrant and diverse academy based in the heart of East Dulwich. Teaching and learning is at the heart of what we do at Goose Green. We have an enthusiastic and talented team of staff who help our children to be knowledgeable, curious and caring learners.

Children at Goose Green enjoy their time at school, they are immersed in a wide variety of exciting learning opportunities and develop a love of learning. Children leave here as confident, resilient and independent young people, ready for the next stage in their learning journey.

At Goose Green, we are proud to be an inclusive school with a strong community feel. We are looking for an outgoing, positive person who can maintain the high standards that we value.

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