Job Description

EYFS Teacher - Rushden

Location: Rushden
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term
Salary: Paid to Scale

Inspire Young Learners at the Beginning of Their School Journey

A welcoming primary school in Rushden is seeking an EYFS Teacher to join their Early Years team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about early childhood education and enjoys creating engaging, play-based learning experiences that give children the best possible start to school.

The successful candidate will become part of a supportive staff team that values creativity, collaboration, and providing a nurturing environment where every child can flourish.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging learning opportunities in line with the EYFS Framework
  • Create a stimulating classroom that encourages curiosity, exploration, and independence
  • Observe, assess, and monitor children's development to support their individual progress
  • Adapt activities to meet the varying needs and abilities of all pupils
  • Promote children's social, emotional, and communication development
  • Build positive relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues
  • Contribute to the wider Early Years provision and school community

Ideal Candidate

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Experience teaching within EYFS is desirable
  • Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum
  • Creative approach to teaching and learning
  • Excellent classroom organisation and behaviour management skills
  • Positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
  • Committed to supporting every child to achieve their full potential

What the School Offers

  • Full-time position starting in September
  • Long-term teaching opportunity
  • Salary paid to scale
  • Supportive leadership team and experienced Early Years staff
  • Access to ongoing CPD and professional development
  • Well-resourced Early Years learning environment
  • Opportunity to make a lasting impact during children's first years of education

If you are looking for a rewarding Early Years teaching role where you can help children develop a love of learning from the very beginning, this EYFS Teacher opportunity in Rushden could be the perfect fit.

Apply now to find out more about this full-time EYFS Teacher role in Rushden starting in September.