EYFS Classroom Teacher (BAD25BC)
Badgerbrook Primary School, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE8 6ZW6 days remaining to apply
Start date details
19th August 2026
Closing date
11 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
5 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE) Approximate starting salary of 18,140.80
EYFS Classroom Teacher (BAD25BC) job summary
EYFS Class Teacher
Badgerbrook Primary School
Grade: MPS
FTE percentage: 0.4 FTE, 13 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Thursday and Friday
Days can be flexible to be agreed by school and new post holder - either Monday/Tuesday or Thursday/Friday
We are looking for a highly motivated individual with energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for providing inspirational learning experiences. You will play a vital role in making a difference in the lives of all our children. The ideal candidate will be a hardworking and supportive team member with a strong understanding of how children learn and the ability to plan and deliver high-quality teaching and learning.
For blended learning schools:
We are also seeking an experienced teacher with a deep understanding of blended learning and its role in supporting classroom practice. You will be responsible for leading and supporting staff in implementing a blended teaching approach while leading by example.
Why Choose Badgerbrook Primary School?
Badgerbrook follows an Ethic of Excellence, and we strive to be the very best we can be, learning from high quality models and examples. We place great importance on ensuring all staff receive relevant and high-quality professional development to enable them to develop excellence in our pupils. We believe that having high quality school environment, organisation and presentation of pupils’ learning and exemplary behaviour all have an impact on pupil outcomes.
What Makes Discovery Different:
- To ensure our teaching staff get the time and space to learn, we have launched - Teacher Development Time (TDT).
- By embracing technology, we’re able to deliver virtual lessons, allowing teachers to be released from their class each week, to focus on their own learning and development.
- In addition to their TDT, teachers also work alongside a coach, to ensure they have someone to discuss their learning with and help identify their strengths and areas for development.
- Feedback from teachers shows that they are overwhelmingly happy with their development time and the time they spend with their coach.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability group/subject/s that you teach.
- Be responsible for the preparation and development of teaching materials, teaching programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate.
- Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of pupils’ you teach
- Be aware of pupils’ capabilities, their prior knowledge and plan teaching and differentiate appropriately to build on this demonstrating knowledge and 2 of 5 understanding of how pupils learn
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications:: Qualified to degree level including Qualified Teacher Status
Experience: Teaching experience with the age range applying for
Skills & Knowledge:
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
- Willingness to be fully involved the life of the school community
- A commitment to supporting and enhancing our school’s ethos and vision
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth & Support
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations
- Supportive leadership and a highly committed team
- Highly committed and motivated Team
- A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
- A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues
Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits
- Flexible working options
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Defined benefit pension scheme
- Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school
- Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
- Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school
- Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust
Additional Perks
- Free parking
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Gym discounts
- Eyecare vouchers
- Dental support
- Retail discounts
- Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale
Equal Opportunities & Accessibility
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.
Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents
More about Discovery Schools Trust
Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.
Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.
AI
While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.
Apply Now!
If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!
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
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Badgerbrook Primary School
- School type
- Academies, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 405 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Badgerbrook Primary School website
School location
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