EYFS Teacher (Maternity Cover)

EYFS Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Full-Time | Newham

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced and highly capable EYFS Teacher for a full-time maternity cover position at a welcoming and well-established primary school in Newham. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident Early Years practitioner who can quickly establish strong routines, create an engaging learning environment, and deliver high-quality teaching that promotes excellent outcomes for pupils. The school is looking for a teacher with a proven track record in EYFS who can hit the ground running and provide consistency, stability and outstanding teaching throughout the maternity cover period.

The Role

Full-time EYFS Teacher position. Deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the EYFS Framework. Create a stimulating, inclusive and nurturing learning environment. Assess, monitor and track pupil progress effectively. Work closely with support staff, parents and senior leadership. Contribute to the wider life of the school and Early Years provision. Maintain high expectations for behaviour, learning and achievement.

Essential Requirements

✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) ✅ Significant experience teaching within EYFS ✅ Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework and child development ✅ Proven ability to raise attainment and support pupil progress ✅ Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills ✅ Strong assessment and planning experience This role requires a confident and experienced EYFS teacher. It is not suitable for ECTs.

We Are Looking For

An outstanding Early Years practitioner. A teacher who can build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues. Someone who is passionate about providing enriching learning experiences. A professional with strong organisational and communication skills. A teacher who can quickly integrate into a school community and make an immediate impact.

What Teaching Personnel Offers

Competitive weekly pay. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. Access to ongoing CPD and professional development. Opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming school. Potential opportunities for future long-term and permanent positions.

Safeguarding Statement

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks and vetting procedures in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

Apply Today

If you are an experienced EYFS Teacher looking for a rewarding maternity cover opportunity and have the skills and confidence to lead a successful Early Years classroom, we would love to hear from you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

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