Job Description
Early Years Teacher | Specialist Small-Class Setting | Hemel Hempstead
£180-£280 per day | Full-Time | Immediate Post-Half-Term Start
Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced and passionate Early Years Teacher for a rewarding opportunity at a school in Hemel Hempstead.
If you are a confident Early Years practitioner who thrives on delivering personalised learning and supporting children with diverse needs, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Working within a small class of children with a range of additional needs, including ADHD and Autism, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' learning, development and wellbeing.
The school offers an environment where individual needs matter, relationships are central to progress, and the right teacher can make a lasting difference.
The Opportunity
- Start date: 2nd November, immediately after half term
- Location: Hemel Hempstead
- Salary: £180-£280 per day, aligned with the Main to Upper Pay Scale for the London fringe
- Working pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
- Contract: Initially temporary, with the possibility of a permanent position for the right candidate
Your Responsibilities
As the class teacher, you will take responsibility for planning, delivering and assessing learning while ensuring each child receives the appropriate level of support and challenge.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Planning and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate Early Years lessons tailored to pupil's individual needs and abilities.
- Creating a structured, inclusive classroom that promotes learning, communication, independence and emotional wellbeing.
- Adapting teaching approaches and resources to support children with ADHD, Autism and other additional needs.
- Establishing clear routines and using effective, positive behaviour management strategies.
- Monitoring progress, assessing individual development and adapting planning to meet pupil's next steps.
- Working with teaching assistants and support staff to ensure consistent, high-quality provision.
- Building strong relationships with pupils, colleagues and families to support each child's development.
- Maintaining a safe, nurturing environment in which children feel secure, valued and ready to learn.
What We're Looking For
We want to hear from experienced teachers who can bring both strong classroom practice and a genuine commitment to inclusive Early Years education.
You will need:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and relevant Early Years teaching experience.
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND, particularly Autism and ADHD.
- Strong classroom management, planning and assessment skills.
- The confidence to lead a small class while balancing individual learning, behaviour and emotional needs.
- A calm, flexible and nurturing approach, alongside high expectations for every pupil.
This position is not suitable for newly qualified teachers or candidates without relevant classroom experience.
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
This is an opportunity to take on a rewarding teaching role where your expertise, creativity and consistency can have a real impact. The post offers competitive daily pay, a full-time working week and the potential for a permanent appointment if you are the right fit for the school.
Interviews and trial days are taking place THIS WEEK - apply today!
The school is keen to appoint quickly, with the successful teacher starting on 2nd November, immediately after half term. Interviews and trial days are taking place before the break, so early applications are strongly encouraged.
Don't miss out on the chance to secure this opportunity.
To apply or discuss the role, contact Carlo Randazzo at Tradewind Recruitment:
Call: 01727 236 255
Email: Carlo.Randazzo@twrecruitment.com
If you're an experienced Early Years Teacher ready for a new challenge, get in touch today. We want to speak to you now!
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