EYFS Class Teacher

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 3HA

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  22 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  11 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,047.00 Annually (FTE)

EYFS Class Teacher job summary

Thank you for your interest in the role of EYFS Class Teacher at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School. At St Joseph's, part of the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust, we are committed to providing a nurturing, faith-filled environment where every child can grow academically, spiritually, and socially.

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, passionate and creative Early Years teacher to join our enthusiastic and committed team from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity, particularly suited to an Early Career Teacher, to develop within a supportive and collaborative environment, working closely with experienced colleagues who are committed to delivering high-quality Early Years education.

You will be working within our EYFS unit, teaching a mixed provision of 3-year-olds and Reception children. This role requires a practitioner with a genuine passion for Early Years, who understands the vital importance of these early stages in shaping children’s learning, development and well-being.

The position is offered on a 0.8 FTE basis, although full time would be considered.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is nurturing, enthusiastic and creative, with a clear passion for Early Years
• Has a secure understanding of the EYFS framework and child development
• Can create a stimulating, inclusive and engaging learning environment
• Has high expectations for learning, behaviour and achievement
• Is, or has the potential to become, an outstanding classroom practitioner
• Can inspire curiosity, independence and a lifelong love of learning
• Works effectively as part of a team, building strong relationships with colleagues, parents and carers
• Is committed to contributing positively to the wider life of the school and its community

In return, we offer:

• A friendly, welcoming and supportive team
• Strong support for Early Career Teachers, including mentoring and professional development
• A collaborative environment where your ideas are valued
• Enthusiastic children who are eager to learn
• A school community committed to nurturing both pupils and staff to thrive

Visits to school are strongly encouraged, and we would be delighted to welcome you to see our Early Years provision in action.

If you are passionate about Early Years and want to make a real difference at the very start of children’s educational journey, we would love to hear from you.

Please refer to the application pack for the job description, person specification and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:

DBS
Medical clearance
Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications: Friday 22nd May 2026 - midday
Interview date: Tuesday 2nd June 2026

Post Details:
Grade: Teachers’ Pay Range
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Range
Contract: Fixed Term initially to cover a short-term vacancy until 31/8/2027
Hours: 26 per week (0.8 FTE) with the possibility of being full time (1.0 FTE)
Required: 1st September 2026

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

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out. For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

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 St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham

• School type: Academies, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 92 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-joseph-s-catholic-primary-school-medlar-with-wesham-preston

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