EYFS Teacher

More than one location, The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  2 November 2026

• Closing date

  20 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 September 2026

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Important

This teaching role is at more than one school in the trust. You can find out more in schools overview.

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (312)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - Until July 2027 - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full time equivalent salary: £33,280 - £52,000

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you looking for your next role in primary education?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Teacher to join The Gordon Children’s Academy on a fixed term basis This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the continued development of our school, supporting our vision of making learning irresistible while providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for all.

Our EYFS Teacher will be passionate about teaching and learning, have a positive outlook and excellent interpersonal skills. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for achievements and behaviour, with the ability to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum, dedicated to ensuring that all our children achieve their very best.

Although the successful candidate will be based at the Gordon Children’s Academy in Rochester, there may be the opportunity to teach across our Medway Hub incorporating All Faiths Children’s Academy and Cedar Children’s Academy, and New Horizon’s Children’s Academy in Chatham.

This role is offered on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave until the end of the academic year.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition:Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

GCA Teacher Job Description.pdf - 676 KB (opens in new tab)

About the schools

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: The Thinking Schools Academy Trust website
• Email address: tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-thinking-schools-academy-trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Essex, Hampshire and the South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

o Think about their Thinking
o Be their Best self
o Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

School Details

Gordons Children's Academy, Junior

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 263 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Gordons Children's Academy, Junior website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/gordons-children-s-academy-junior

Gordons Children's Academy, Infant

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 5 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 135 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Gordons Children's Academy, Infant website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/gordons-children-s-academy-infant

Arranging a visit to The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.

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