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EYFS Teacher (Reception Class)

Buglawton Primary School, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 2EL

28 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  12 May 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  14 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
• Contract type: Fixed term - 10 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: M1 - M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

Early Years Teacher (Reception Class)
M1 – M6
Maternity leave cover: September 2026 – May 2027

The Headteacher and Governors of Buglawton Primary School seek to appoint an outstanding Early Years teacher to work in our Reception class from 1st September 2026 until May 2027. This is a temporary role to cover maternity leave.

The successful candidate must be a proven classroom practitioner, have an excellent knowledge of the Early Years curriculum, be able to work closely with other members of staff to establish the highest standards of achievement and be able to prioritise, plan and use their own initiative. The successful candidate should also have an excellent understanding of the way in which young children learn, effective continuous provision, and how to ensure progress through a highly purposeful play-based learning environment.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate commitment to the school vision and ethos, show integrity, self- awareness, excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility and a good sense of humour. You must have the resilience and commitment to ensure high quality learning experiences for all children, whatever their needs. You will be passionate about teaching and learning and be prepared to support a rich play-based, child-initiated curriculum.

Applications should be completed via the online application form, with a supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, focussed upon how you can “be”;

• an excellent and proven classroom practitioner
• dedicated to providing holistic development and pastoral support
• willing to make an active contribution to the broader life of the school
• committed to delivering a positive impact for all children

What the school offers its staff

In return, Buglawton Primary School is able to offer you:

• A highly supportive staff and senior leadership team
• Children that are eager and willing to learn
• Opportunities to develop yourself both personally and professionally
• A commitment to promoting your wellbeing and balancing workload

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.

To gain further information, please contact the Headteacher on 01260 633080 or email at head@buglawton.cheshire.sch.uk

Closing: Tuesday 12th May 2026 at 3pm. Interviews: Thursday 21st May 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

Buglawton Primary is committed to Safeguarding children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check and, in line with safer recruitment practice, pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Please refer to our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy which can be found on our school website at: www.buglawtonprimaryschool.org

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Buglawton Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 208 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Buglawton Primary School website
• Email address: head@buglawton.cheshire.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01260 633080
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/buglawton-primary-school

Buglawton Primary School is an incredibly special place – made up of over 200 children, a dedicated teaching and support staff team, committed governors and many families who have been part of the school’s life through the course of generations.

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