2 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    ASAP

  • Closing date

    28 September 2023 at 9am

  • Date listed

    15 September 2023

Job details

Visa sponsorship

No, visa sponsorship not available

Key stage

Early years

Working pattern

Contract type

Fixed term

Full-time equivalent salary

£28,000.00 to £38,810.00

EYFS Class Teacher job summary

St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy


Teacher – EYFS - Reception

Full Time - fixed term 1 year

Closing date: 28th September 2023 at 9:00

Interviews: Week commencing 2nd October 2023

Grade: MPS

Start date: As soon as possible


Are you a passionate teacher who believes in creating an enabling learning environment which stimulates our children to be inquisitive and expressive in their play? Are you looking for a fresh challenge? Want to be part of an ambitious school with a supportive team in a fantastic location? If this sounds like you, make the move to St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy.


We are seeking a new staff member for our EYFS class where high-quality provision for all is at the heart of what we do. We are looking for someone who has a high expectations, creative flare and zest to bring learning to life for our Reception and Year 1 pupils. Using your strong pedagogy and philosophy for Early Years, you will skilfully and carefully match learning to children’s developmental needs. Developing a close working partnership with parents and Early Years staff will be central to your practice.


St Matthew’s is a truly wonderful place to work, we are modern, spacious and well equipped, with children that are an absolute delight and an incredibly supportive community. Our staff team is one that is genuinely committed to leaving no stone unturned in order to fulfil our vision that: ‘Each and every child is able to let their light shine’. You will be joining a highly effective EYFS Team with a strong and very supportive team of year leads across the school. The school is part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 18 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.


In joining St Matthew’s, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will have the opportunity to develop your teaching skills in an environment that has a strong focus on CPD whatever career stage you are at. As a Church of England school, you will be happy to support the Anglican ethos through our school values.


A tour of the school has been arranged for 4pm on Tuesday 19th September and Thursday 21st September, to book a tour please contact the school on 01752 395969 or SMPA.office@stcmat.org


We welcome applications from experienced colleagues.


Please click the blue 'Apply' at the top of this advert to apply.


If you are having difficulties applying for this role please contact our HR team via email on hr@stcmat.org


Applications need to be submitted by 9:00am on Thursday 28th September 2023. Interviews will be held during the week beginning 2nd October 2023.


Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

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About St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy

School type
Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
View all Primaryjobs
School size
477 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11

School location

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