EYFS/Primary Teacher

Responsibilities:

Teaching & Learning:

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences aligned with the National Curriculum in England and the EYFS Framework, ensuring strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and overall child development
• Use a balanced approach combining structured teaching with play-based, child-led learning where appropriate
• Deliver systematic phonics instruction to support early reading development across Early Years and primary. 
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils, ensuring appropriate support and challenge across varying ability levels
• Create a stimulating, inclusive, and well-organised classroom environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and a love for learning
• Integrate African cultural identity, Nigerian heritage, and the school’s CHERIO values into everyday learning experiences

Child Development & Pastoral Care:

• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and developmental needs, recognising that strong learning is rooted in overall well-being.
• Observe, assess, and respond to individual learning styles, interests, and developmental stages
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment

Assessment & Reporting:

• Track and document pupil progress using both observation-based assessments (EYFS) and structured assessments (Primary)
• Use assessment data to inform planning and targeted interventions
• Support pupils in meeting key milestones, including early reading benchmarks and phonics development
• Communicate pupil progress effectively with parents through reports and consultations

Safeguarding & Wellbeing:

• Maintain a strong safeguarding culture and report concerns in line with school policy
• Monitor pupil attendance, wellbeing, and any safeguarding indicators
• Apply the school’s positive behaviour approach to support emotional regulation and respectful behaviour

Safeguarding Statement:

• The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• All staff are expected to share this commitment.
• The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate background checks and must adhere to the school's safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience.
• A minimum of a degree in a related field.
• British curriculum knowledge
• EYFS and/or primary teaching experience
• phonics instruction, lesson planning and delivery
• Classroom management and child development understanding
• Play-based learning approach
• differentiation skills, assessment and data use
• communication skills and safeguarding awareness
• Adaptability, collaboration, cultural awareness and emotional intelligence