FS2 Class Teacher and Early Years Lead (+TLR)

Bramley Sunnyside Infant School, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 3QW

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Easter Term / September 2026

• Closing date

  23 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  4 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Head of year or phase
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 Hours a week, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS £33574 - £52068 per annum
• Additional allowances:

  TLR

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a professional who…

• Is patient, kind and caring
• Has sound knowledge of child development as well as early years and national curriculums
• Understands how to nurture the ‘whole child’ through learning and discovery
• Is an excellent practitioner, who has high expectations and aspirations for all children
• Values the early years learning environment and can adapt carefully to meet the individual needs of young children so that children enjoy learning and flourish
• Is passionate about securing excellent progress and attainment through an appropriately challenging curriculum
• Is self-motivated, organised, meticulous with excellent time management skills
• Is committed to continually developing their professional knowledge and skills
• Enjoys working as part of a team and is supportive of other colleagues
• Is a positive individual, who shows resilience when facing challenges and can be flexible and adaptable
• Is brave and shows a willingness to embrace change and new ideas
• Is committed to contributing to the wider life of the school

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you…

• A vibrant and happy place to work
• An inclusive ethos where every child and adult is valued
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved children, who are eager to learn
• A welcoming, well-resourced learning environment
• A knowledgeable and skilled team of colleagues, who share workload, expertise and learn from one another
• A productive, friendly and supportive atmosphere
• A commitment to your well-being and continued professional development
• An SLT that works collaboratively, respectfully, and innovatively
• Supportive parents and governors

We are extremely proud of our warm and welcoming infant school and would actively encourage you to visit. Please contact Liane Birch (School Business Manager) on 01709 543061 or via email atenquiries@bsi.schoolto book an appointment.

Due to the short time line, shortlisting will take place upon receipt of application forms for suitable candidates.

This is a full-time, permanent position following a successful 6 month probation period.

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

Bramley Sunnyside Infant school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of the shortlisting process online/social media searches will be carried out.

This post involves working with vulnerable children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.disclosure.gov.uk

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

Early Years and Foundation Stage Leader Job Description February 26.pdf - 189 KB (opens in new tab)

Person specification EYFS Leader Feb 26.pdf - 122 KB (opens in new tab)

About Bramley Sunnyside Infant School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 277 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Bramley Sunnyside Infant School website
• Email address: enquiries@bsi.school
• Phone number: 01709 543061
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bramley-sunnyside-infant-school

This is a very exciting and rare opportunity to join our large successful, child centered infant school. We are a school that is aspirational for both pupils and staff. ‘We shine here’ and invite you to shine with us.

We are looking to welcome an experienced individual into our committed and supportive school family. The successful candidate will be unequivocally passionate about education in the Early Years Foundation Stage, be a talented teacher and an inspirational leader.

If you want to make a real difference then this role is for you!

You will…

Feel aligned to our school vision, values and aspirations
Have a secure knowledge of and passion for teaching and learning in the early years; principles and practice
Can demonstrate a strong commitment to raising children’s achievement through an ambitious and stimulating curriculum
Have a proven track record of inspiring, motivating and leading others
Are determined that all children be heard, belong and achieve
Enjoy working collaboratively with a successful, dynamic and compassionate team
Wish to be fully involved in the wider aspects of school life for the benefit of our families and community
Strive to be the ‘best you can be’
Share a desire to move our school to the next level of success

We know you will be very happy working with us.

Arranging a visit to Bramley Sunnyside Infant School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@bsi.school.

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