Job Description
Tadewind Recruitment - proudly recognised as a Sunday Times Top 100 Company to Work For
Early Years Teacher - Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Full-Time | September 2026 Start
The best Early Years classrooms are filled with curiosity, creativity, and those magical lightbulb moments - and this Southend primary school has created exactly that environment.
A nurturing and vibrant school in Southend-on-Sea is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher to join their dedicated team from September 2026 on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a setting where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop a genuine love of learning from the very beginning of their education journey.
The school prides itself on its supportive atmosphere, strong leadership, and excellent teamwork across the Early Years provision. Staff wellbeing is prioritised, ideas are welcomed, and teachers are trusted to bring energy and creativity into the classroom.
The role offers:
- A well-resourced and engaging Early Years setting
- Supportive leadership with a hands-on approach
- Strong teamwork and shared planning opportunities
- A welcoming school community with excellent parental engagement
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A positive learning environment where children thrive socially and academically
The school is looking for someone who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Has experience teaching within EYFS
- Creates inspiring and imaginative learning opportunities
- Understands the importance of play-based learning
- Builds warm and positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
- Brings enthusiasm, patience, and creativity to the classroom every day
Whether you are an experienced Early Years Teacher or an ECT with a passion for EYFS, this school offers a fantastic environment to develop and succeed.
Why join Tradewind Recruitment?
- Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
- Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via The National College
- Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you
- Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly recognised as a Sunday Times Top 100 employer
- We pride ourselves on exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer
